About Us

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The Canadian Security Association (CANASA) is the national non-profit organization, established in 1977, dedicated to promoting the interests of its members and the safety and security of all Canadians. We are the recognized voice of the electronic security industry and have a growing membership of more than 1250 companies across Canada, representing all segments of the industry. We support our members through a comprehensive network of services, including high quality security education, government relations, marketing, communications, leading industry trade shows and the latest industry information and news.

Message from CANASA

Welcome to the website of the Canadian Security Association ! Whether you're a member, a customer, a private or public sector security professional, a student or a journalist, we hope you will find our website interesting and informative. The security industry in Canada has grown phenomenally during the last 20 years, and is going through a time of rapid and dynamic change. Security-physical, electronic, information, private and public - affects the lives of all Canadians. 

This is an exciting time for the security industry, with challenges and opportunities. Some of the challenges are new technologies such as VoIP and the complexity of an industry that encompasses physical, information and electronic security and ranges from residential/commercial security systems to biometrics. Today's security customers are sophisticated and demand integrated security solutions. Another challenge is the current regulatory landscape, where provinces are reviewing and refocusing security legislation. CANASA has a vested interest in being at the table when discussions take place to put forward the case for self-regulation.

We have abundant opportunities as an industry to show leadership, professionalism and growth by working together on such strategic priorities as self-regulation, industry research, security education and more. I welcome your input and active engagement in moving these priorities forward.

Vision

CANASA is the recognized voice of electronic security in Canada. 

Mission

CANASA advocates, educates and provides leadership to our members in a self-regulated environment of Canadian Security Professionals.

Values

The professional conduct of CANASA and its members is aligned with the following values:

  • Integrity
  • Client/member-focused
  • Accountability
  • Leadership
  • Professionalism
  • Continuous improvement
  • Open and honest communication
  • Members shall always be aware of the trust placed in them by their customers and will not misrepresent their ability, experience, credentials or reputation to existing clients and prospective clients.
  • Members shall maintain a professional attitude towards all clients, competitive companies, suppliers, individuals and employees. Members shall also respect the reputation and practices of other members.
  • Members will expose, without hesitation, any unethical conduct of members in the industry by reporting said conduct, in writing, to the Executive Director of the Association.

Strategic Objectives 2008-2010

  1. Enhance member service and grow, diversify and retain membership.
  2. Diversify and grow revenues.
  3. Develop and disseminate knowledge of the security industry.
  4. Facilitate self-regulation of the security industry.