What Commissionnaires du Québec does

Commissionnaires du Québec is a Quebec-incorporated non-profit (OBNL) organization founded in 1925, operating as an autonomous, financially self-sustaining enterprise through service revenues. The organization delivers an integrated security portfolio across five service categories: physical security (uniformed officers, mobile patrol, static guarding, event security, and consulting), cybersecurity (24/7 managed detection and response augmented with AI, penetration testing, forensic analysis, incident response, and Quebec Law 25 compliance attestation via the CyberLegal25 service), surveillance technologies (remote video monitoring, electronic/anti-approach bracelets, drones), investigations and intelligence (RCMP-accredited background checks and fingerprinting, surveillance and infiltration, threat analysis, polygraph, and reputation management), and individual services (54-hour security guard certification training, police certificates, pardon applications, US entry waivers, and fingerprinting).

The company's service architecture combines a labor-based physical security delivery model with technology-enabled cybersecurity and surveillance capabilities, supported by a multidisciplinary team drawn from former police, RCMP, military, and cybersecurity backgrounds. Revenue is generated through a hybrid mix: subscription/recurring contracts for physical security guarding and managed surveillance, professional-services engagements for cybersecurity and investigations, one-time fees for individual services and 54-hour training programs, and managed-services billing for remote monitoring and MDR. Pricing is largely quote-based for B2B enterprise contracts, while individual services use unit pricing with some online self-serve access. The company serves four primary customer segments — businesses (PMEs and large organizations), municipalities and public institutions, individuals, and aspiring security professionals — across Quebec with five regional offices (Montreal headquarters, Quebec City, Sherbrooke, Trois-Rivières, and Saguenay) and operates under a hybrid direct-sales and self-serve go-to-market motion.

Commissionnaires du Québec is part of the broader Canadian Corps of Commissionaires network but operates as the Quebec division. It holds ISO/IEC 27001 (information security, audited 2025 by MSECB), ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 9001 certifications, alongside RCMP accreditation for criminal record checks and a CNESST permit for private security operations. Marketing combines digital channels (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok), content marketing and webinars, regional industry events, and a dedicated press relations function.

Name

Commissionnaires du Québec

Legal name

Corps canadien des Commissionnaires (division du Québec)

Website

https://commissionnairesquebec.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1925

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Commissionnaires du Québec is a 100-year-old Quebec non-profit that delivers integrated security services — physical guarding, cybersecurity with AI-augmented MDR, surveillance technology, investigations, and accredited training — to businesses, municipalities, and individuals across five regional offices.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Integrated Security Services

NAICS

Security Guards and Patrol Services (561612), Investigation, Guard, and Armored Car Services (56161), Investigation and Personal Background Check Services (561611)

SIC

Services-Detective, Guard & Armored Car Services (7381)

akta.pro primary industry

Executive Protection & Close Protection (BPABAMAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Private Security, Guarding & Patrol Training (EDAOAMAF), General Security Officer (Unarmed) Training & Certification (BPAKAOAA), Data Protection, Privacy & Information Handling (PII/PHI/PCI) Training (EDABAGAD), Diplomatic / Government Official Close Protection (BPAKABAF)

Keywords

• Integrated security services
• Physical security guarding
• Cybersecurity services
• Private investigations
• Security guard training

Headquarters

HQ city

Montréal, Québec

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Physical Security Services: Ongoing security officer, mobile patrol, guarding, and event security services for businesses and organizations. Revenue generated through service contracts.
2. Cybersecurity Services: Managed detection and response, penetration testing, security posture analysis, forensic analysis, and incident response services for enterprise clients.
3. Investigations and Intelligence: Background checks, surveillance, threat analysis, polygraph services, and risk management for businesses and individuals.
4. Training Services: 54-hour security guard training and specialized training programs. Includes customer service training and security certifications.
5. Individual Services: Background checks, fingerprinting, criminal record pardons, and US entry waiver services for individuals.
6. Surveillance Technology: Remote monitoring, video surveillance, electronic bracelets, and drone technology services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Commissionnaires du Québec provides integrated security solutions for businesses, public organizations, and individuals in Quebec. Its service portfolio covers physical security (security officers, mobile patrol, guarding, event security), cybersecurity (24/7 MDR with AI, penetration testing, forensic analysis, incident response, Law 25 compliance), surveillance technologies (remote monitoring, video surveillance, electronic bracelets, drones), investigations and intelligence (RCMP-accredited background checks, surveillance, threat analysis, polygraph), and individual services (54-hour security guard training, police certificates, fingerprinting, criminal record pardons, and US entry waivers).

Product overview

Commissionnaires du Québec is a non-profit organization providing integrated security solutions since 1925. The company offers a multi-category service portfolio organized into five main divisions: Physical Security (security officers, mobile patrol, guarding, event security, products, consulting, and training), Cybersecurity (security posture analysis, 24/7 MDR with AI monitoring, forensic analysis, awareness training, cyber investigations, penetration testing, Law 25 compliance, and incident response including the CYBERLEGAL25 compliance attestation service), Surveillance Technologies (remote/video surveillance, electronic bracelets, and drones), Investigations and Intelligence (background checks, surveillance, threat analysis, polygraph, and reputation management), and Individual Services (security guard training, police certificates, pardon and waiver services, and fingerprinting). The company holds ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 certifications audited by MSECB.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CyberLegal25: A Law 25 compliance attestation service offered in partnership with Dubé Latreille law firm.

Products and services

• Physical Security Services (Sécurité physique) Comprehensive physical security services including uniformed security officers, mobile patrol, static guarding, event security, security hardware products, expert security consultation, and specialized training programs for businesses, public organizations, and events.
• Cybersecurity Services (Cybersécurité)

Quantifiable outcome

• Background check results delivered in under 48 hours
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Dubé LatreillecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership with law firm Dubé Latreille for the CyberLegal25 service, providing legal tools and support to help businesses meet Quebec's Law 25 requirements. The partnership offers joint attestation certificates confirming compliance assessments for clients.
• MSECB (Management Systems Evaluation & Certification Body)coreOthersMSECB served as the independent auditor for Commissionnaires du Québec's ISO/IEC 27001 certification. Operating in over 70 countries, MSECB is a global leader in auditing and certifying management systems against international standards.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Securitas Canada: Canadian arm of the global security services leader, offering guarding, mobile, electronic security, and risk consulting. Overlapping service portfolio as part of a much larger global enterprise; does not specialize in Quebec regional density or the OBNL social mission.
• Stanley Security: Global provider of electronic security, access control, video surveillance, and monitoring services. Comparable in the surveillance-technology and remote-monitoring sub-segments as part of a much larger commercial portfolio.
• Brink's Canada: Canadian operations of the global secure logistics and cash management company, with overlap in security guarding, secure transportation, and government/institutional client base.
• Allied Universal: North America's largest physical security and facility services company, with growing cyber and technology services. Wide portfolio overlap but at significantly greater scale and broader geographic reach.

Direct peers

• GardaWorld: Montreal-headquartered, Canada's largest privately held security services provider offering physical security, cash services, and security technology. Most direct peer given shared Quebec base, broad integrated services portfolio, and B2B/government client mix.
• Logixx Security: Toronto-based Canadian security services provider offering uniformed guards, mobile patrol, investigations, and training. Comparable in scale and integrated service mix, serving similar B2B and government segments across Canada.
• Convergint Technologies: North American integrator of electronic security, cybersecurity, and life-safety solutions. Directly comparable in bundling physical security systems with cyber and managed services for enterprise and government accounts.
• Paladin Security: Canadian security firm offering uniformed security officers, mobile patrol, investigations, and security technology across multiple provinces. Comparable in service mix and Canadian geographic footprint, with similar B2B/government focus.

Emerging players

• GoSecure: Canadian managed detection and response (MDR) and penetration testing provider. Direct overlap in the MDR, pen testing, and cyber investigations sub-modules of the subject company's cybersecurity division.
• Terranova Security: Quebec-based cybersecurity awareness training provider serving global enterprises. Comparable in the cybersecurity training and human-risk management sub-segment of the subject company's cybersecurity portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@commissionnairesduquebec
• Facebookfacebook.com/CommissionnairesduQuebec
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/commissionnaires-quebec
• Instagraminstagram.com/commissionnairesqc
• TikToktiktok.com/@commissionnairesqc

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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