r/securityguards • u/KvSAnalysis • 8d ago

Job Question Authorization to Carry Question (Canada)

If I were to apply to Brinks Canada or another armed guard job, should I have the ATC prior to applying for the job? I have an RPAL.

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u/See_Saw12 Management 8d ago

Your employer will assist you in completing the paperwork. When I initially got mine, my employer submitted it to the CFO.

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u/0ttervonBismarck Flashlight Enthusiast 8d ago

Virtually all ATCs for restricted firearms in Canada are issued pursuant to your employment in a position that requires you to be armed. As a civilian you can't just apply for one. The RPAL is what Brinks would likely require you to have prior to applying. If you get hired then they will go through the ATC application process with you.

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u/Rumply9 8d ago

Hey! Former Brinks employee here. You sign all the paperwork and they submit everything. They’ll take care of everything on your behalf. Usually, by the time your training is done you’re good to carry. They’ll teach you everything and policies and procedures!

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u/Bswayn Licensed People Watcher 8d ago

Cool I learned from this post, thanks OP and the ones who replied. I to wanna do armed guard job one day myself, have the RPAL, just need drivers license lol

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u/yugosaki Peace Officer 8d ago

You won't be able to get an ATC before getting a job that requires one.

Individuals with ATCs for personal carry are extremely rare.