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<\/p>\nCampus security is one of the most dynamic and community-focused areas in the security field. Whether you’re protecting students, staff, or critical infrastructure, your presence makes a real impact every day. But no matter how experienced or dedicated you are, one administrative misstep can take you out of the game: letting your Ontario security guard license expire.<\/p>\n
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If your license is approaching its renewal date, here\u2019s what you need to know to stay eligible, especially for those working in campus security environments across Toronto and Ontario.<\/p>\n
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Ontario law requires all security guards to hold a valid license issued by the Ministry of the Solicitor General. This isn\u2019t just red tape\u2014it\u2019s a legal requirement under the Private Security and Investigative Services Act.<\/p>\n
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For those working in colleges, universities, and school campuses, license validity is more than compliance\u2014it\u2019s about credibility, trust, and preparedness. Campuses have unique challenges:<\/p>\n
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These environments demand guards who are both qualified and current in their training and certification. If your license lapses, you are legally barred from working in any<\/i> security role until it is reinstated.<\/p>\n
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Renewing your license is straightforward, but it requires planning. Here\u2019s how to stay on track:<\/p>\n
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You can find your license expiry date on the front of your security guard license card or by checking your account at ServiceOntario<\/a>. The Ministry does not send reminders, so set your alert at least 60 days before it expires.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n You can renew your license up to 90 days before it expires via the ServiceOntario portal.<\/a><\/p>\n Have the following ready:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The current fee is $80, and most renewals are processed within 30 business days.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If your license expires before your renewal is processed, you must pause work immediately. Even if your application is pending, you\u2019re not permitted to work until the new license is issued.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Your employer could face penalties too\u2014especially institutions like colleges or universities that must meet strict public safety guidelines.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Instead of viewing license renewal as a task, use it as a checkpoint to upgrade your skills and boost your campus readiness.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Here are some ways to stay sharp and stand out:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Looking to upgrade your knowledge? Visit our Security Guard Training page<\/a> to explore options available to you in Toronto and throughout Ontario.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If your license expires, you will need to reapply as a new applicant<\/strong>, including the criminal background check and a new photo submission. That means:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n In a competitive space like campus security, where staffing contracts and roles are tightly managed, missing your renewal could cost you your position.<\/p>\n Campus security guards are trusted to protect Ontario\u2019s learning environments\u2014places where thousands of students live, study, and grow. That trust starts with being properly licensed and prepared for every shift.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n At Paragon Security<\/a>, we encourage all guards to treat license renewal as part of their professional routine. We also work closely with our teams to ensure they remain eligible and competitive in specialized roles, including campus and institutional security.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Need help or have questions about your renewal? Reach out to our team or explore our Security Guard Resources<\/a> for guidance and support.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you are ready to jumpstart your career in security, check out our careers page<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Join a booming industry! With ten years as one of Canada\u2019s Best Managed Companies, a place in the Hall of Fame of Canada\u2019s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, being named Best Employer by Forbes Magazine for three years in a row, and winning the OSPA\u2019s Outstanding Contract Security Company Award, Paragon is one of the fastest-growing companies across Canada. Be sure to follow and read Our Blog<\/a> to learn more about Paragon and the exciting world of security.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Campus security is one of the most dynamic and community-focused areas in the security field. Whether you’re protecting students, staff,…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":6449,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[48],"tags":[34],"class_list":["post-6327","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-educational-institution","tag-security-guard-requirements"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/paragonsecurity.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6327","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/paragonsecurity.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/paragonsecurity.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/paragonsecurity.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/paragonsecurity.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6327"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/paragonsecurity.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6327\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/paragonsecurity.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6449"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/paragonsecurity.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6327"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/paragonsecurity.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6327"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/paragonsecurity.ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6327"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}\u2705 Step 2: Renew Online<\/h4>\n
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\u2705 Step 3: Don\u2019t Work with an Expired License<\/h4>\n
\nBonus Tip: Use Renewal as a Time for Re-Skilling<\/h4>\n
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<\/p>\nWhat Happens If You Miss the Renewal Window?<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nStay Ahead, Stay Eligible<\/h3>\n
Final Reminders<\/h4>\n
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Take the next step<\/h3>\n
\nRelated Reading<\/h5>\n
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Learn how to obtain your Security guard license from the Ministry of Ontario<\/a>.<\/h2>\n
Improve your communication skills with security guard training Coursera<\/a><\/h2>\n
Build interview skills with Security Guard Exam LinkedIn Learning. <\/a><\/h2>\n