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The Division, one of seventeen autonomous Division of the Canadian Corps of Commissionaires,
was established in 1937 and has grown along with the communities of Vancouver Island. With the
addition of the detachment in Whitehorse, Yukon in 1999, the name was changed to Victoria,
the Islands and Yukon Division to more closely describe our geographical boundaries.
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Although most core functions are administered through the central office,
a number of regional managers are responsible for operations in specific
geographical areas. These are:
a. Greater Victoria region, managed by the central office
b. Central Island, managed from Nanaimo
c. Comox Valley managed from Comox
d. North Island managed from Campbell River
e. West Coast of Vancouver Island managed from Tofino
f. Queen Charlotte Islands managed from Masset
g. Yukon managed from Whitehorse
To contact any of these offices see the contacts page.
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The Commissionaires, Victoria, the Islands and Yukon Division is the largest security business in
its geographical area providing security services to all levels of government, industry, small
business and individuals. The Division also administers guards and matrons for RCMP detachments
throughout its area. With over 1000 personnel it provides a wide range of security services in the
major centres and is ready to respond to any security related requirements.
The Core strength of the Division is the Commissionaire(s) on duty. Hired primarily from the
Canadian Armed Forces and RCMP, Commissionaires have developed a sense of duty and dedication that
is retained for a lifetime. Most importantly, however, they have been trained to think on their feet
in high stress situations where lives are at stake. They can draw from their peacekeeping and police
experience to avoid high risk situations and to bring calm.
In addition to their inherent military and police training, all Commissionaires attend a Justice
Institute certified course which is taught in house by experienced Commissionaires. This two week
course exceeds the B.C. provincial security guard requirements.
The Commissionaires enjoys a long rich history of excellence and professionalism.
For more info about our history.....
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