Security Programs Division

Last updated on August 7, 2024

Security Programs Division (SPD) regulates B.C.'s security industry.


Role of Security Programs Division

Security Programs Division (SPD):

  • Processes security licence applications
  • Enforces the rules for licensed security workers and businesses
  • Follows security legislation and policies

Registrar

Security laws and policies mention a Registrar of Security Services. The Registrar is in charge of SPD.


Contact Security Programs Division

Business hours

Monday to Friday, 9 am to 4 pm. Closed on statutory holidays.

Email

Licensing: securitylicensing@gov.bc.ca

Compliance and enforcement: SPDCompliance@gov.bc.ca

Phone

Toll free: 1-855-587-0185 (choose option 1)

Fax

250-387-4454

Mailing addresses

Letter mail

Security Programs Division
PO Box 9217 Stn Prov Govt
Victoria BC V8W 9J1

Couriers

Security Programs Division
4th floor, 3350 Douglas Street
Victoria BC V8Z 7X9

(No public access)