Security Guard - Armed Salaries in Canada
Alternate Job Titles: Security Guard II, Security Senior Associate, Senior Security Patrol Specialist
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How much does a Security Guard - Armed in Canada make? The median annual Security Guard - Armed salary in Canada is C$67,505, as of April 01, 2026, with a range usually between C$58,158-C$83,333 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title Security Guard - Armed may vary depending on a number of factors including industry, company size, location, years of experience and level of education. Our team of Certified Compensation Professionals has analyzed survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at companies of all sizes and industries to present this range of annual salaries for people with the job title Security Guard - Armed in Canada.
This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Security Guard - Armed that make less than that annual salary. For example the median expected annual pay for a typical Security Guard - Armed in Canada is C$67,505, so 50% of the people who perform the job of Security Guard - Armed in Canada are expected to make less than C$67,505.
Source: HR Reported data as of April 01, 2026
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This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Security Guard - Armed in , that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of Security Guard - Armed in are expected to make less than the median.
Source: HR Reported data as of April 01, 2026
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Provides security and guards buildings, grounds, materials, work sites, or other venues. Monitors security systems and responds to alarms, reports of issues, or requests for assistance. Patrols an assigned location. Follows required gate-keeping procedures such as verifying visitor credentials, conducting inspections, or preparing paperwork. May operate an access control or identity system to control building access. Completes shift activity logs and inputs to systems. Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Requires Basic Life Support (BLS). Typically requires Firearms Certification. Requires Security Guard License. Typically reports to a supervisor. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. View full job description
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