Tuesday, April 5, 2016

Commissionaires Ranked One of Canada’s Best Employers of 2016: Forbes



Ottawa, ON, April 5,2016 – The Canadian Corps of Commissionaires has ranked among the top employers in Canada, according to Forbes’ list of Canada’s Best Employers of 2016.

Forbes, partnering with online statistics provider, Statista, surveyed more than 8,000 Canadian workers.  The resulting list includes 250 employers across 25 industries – ranging from corporate giants to community-based financial institutions to universities and government agencies. 

Tuesday, March 1, 2016

BACKGROUND CHECKS / SCREENING - Employee & Landlord / Tenant Screenings



Employee Background Screening

More and more companies are doing background checks on potential employees.  Why is this so important?  Some jobs require Government Security Clearances and a background check is necessary to complete this.  But for most companies, employee screening is becoming the norm because of the high cost associated with choosing the wrong candidate.


Wednesday, December 2, 2015

Canadians believe veterans have a difficult time finding civilian jobs after serving, annual survey says



Two-thirds of Canadians believe that over the last five years veterans have had a difficult (21%) or somewhat difficult (45%) time finding civilian jobs following their military service, according to an annual national survey commissioned by Commissionaires. The annual Nanos survey also revealed that while 75 percent of respondents believe the federal government has the highest obligation to help vets find jobs, only 5 percent rank the private sector as having the highest obligation.

Sunday, November 1, 2015

PERFECTLY SERVED, WELL DELIVERED


Lawsuits are stressful, and getting the correct information and help along the way is important to a successful outcome.  Hiring a professional process server not only saves time and frustration, it is beneficial to the outcome of your legal matter.


Thursday, October 1, 2015

Non-Core Police Duties: Containing Costs for Municipalities and Police Forces


Commissionaires Great Lakes offers comprehensive and cost effective non-core police services to help municipalities and police forces improve the quality of life in their communities while containing costs
As part of our complete range of security services, Commissionaires provides enforcement and non-core police services to federal, provincial and municipal governments as well as police forces.

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Secure your Home or Cottage with HOUSEWATCH


Going on vacation, or just closing up the cottage for the winter? Worried about vandals or thieves, and don’t know who can care for it while you’re gone? Whether you’re away for a few days or several months, don’t leave your home to chance – leave it to Commissionaires Great Lakes.

Our professionally trained staff will ensure that your home is secure and looks lived in as long as you are away.

Saturday, August 1, 2015

Commissionaires Great Lakes’ Tips to Keep Your Home Safe While You’re Away


Travelers ask us how they can keep their home safe while they’re away over the holidays. Burglars look for an easy target. Show them that you aren’t one by making it look like someone’s home. Use a timer for both indoor and outdoor lights, have someone shovel your driveway, and leave a radio on for noise. Avoid broadcasting that you’ll be away on Facebook; or other social media - burglars aren’t above looking you up online.