Business Details
46 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Security Services for Vancouver Island Communities
Footprints Security has been safeguarding Vancouver Island communities for over 40 years. Founded in Qualicum Beach in 1980, we remain family-owned and deeply committed to our clients, employees, and the communities we serve. Our mission is to deliver the highest level of security expertise through a tailored approach that meets evolving client needs. With the largest local security force and mobile patrol fleet, we serve commercial, residential, and government clients across Vancouver Island and Powell River. Our hands-on management style, led by Simon and Adrian Collery, ensures personalized service excellence. We invest in comprehensive training programs and maintain ISO 9001:2015 certification to guarantee quality control.Our team of over 400 professionals receives competitive wages and benefits, reflecting our belief that employee satisfaction directly impacts client satisfaction. Trusted by institutions like Island Health and the City of Nanaimo, we combine three generations of local knowledge with cutting-edge security practices. Our expansion to Powell River in 2023 demonstrates our ongoing commitment to regional growth while maintaining our core values. Through ASIS International certification and Climate Smart initiatives, we continue setting industry standards for professional security management.
Services
Security Guards
Mobile Patrol
Home Watch
Special Event Security
First Aid Security Services
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of Vancouver Island security expertise
- Our team includes 400+ trained security professionals with competitive benefits
- We maintain ISO 9001:2015 certification for quality management
- Our local knowledge spans three generations of Island living
- We provide 24/7 emergency response with the largest mobile patrol fleet
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001:2015
- ASIS International
- Climate Smart
- ComplyWorks
- ContractorCheck
What people say
Excellent flexibility
Reliable team
Accountability
Peace of mind
Quick actions
Services
Security Guards
Our licensed security guards provide professional on-site protection for commercial and residential properties. Trained in observation, reporting, and emergency response, they deter criminal activity while maintaining a visible security presence. Guards receive ongoing training in conflict resolution and legal procedures to ensure client safety and proper incident documentation.
Mobile Patrol
With the largest mobile patrol fleet in the region, we offer rapid response to security alarms and emergencies. Our vehicles cover Vancouver Island and Powell River, providing 24/7 monitoring for construction sites, retail centers, and industrial facilities. This service includes scheduled patrols and immediate response to security breaches.
Home Watch
Our Home Watch service protects vacant properties with scheduled inspections and maintenance checks. Available on short notice, this service prevents vandalism and theft while providing property owners with regular updates. Security personnel perform exterior checks and interior assessments as needed.
Special Event Security
We provide security for weddings, festivals, and corporate events across Vancouver Island. Our staff manages crowd control, access points, and emergency preparedness while maintaining guest safety. Services include plain-clothes security options and coordination with local authorities for large-scale events.
First Aid Security
Combining security and medical response capabilities, our first aid attendants provide emergency care at public events and commercial sites. Certified in CPR and first response protocols, these professionals handle medical emergencies while maintaining security oversight of the surrounding area.
People
Simon Collery
President and Chief Executive Officer
Simon has led Footprints Security since its founding in 1980. With deep knowledge of Vancouver Island's security landscape, he oversees all business operations and strategic growth initiatives while maintaining hands-on management involvement.
Adrian Collery
Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
Adrian manages daily operations and quality control programs with 25+ years in security and corrections. He specializes in risk assessment and implementation of ISO 9001-certified management systems to ensure service excellence.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve all of Vancouver Island and Powell River with 8 regional offices and a mobile patrol fleet ensuring rapid response times.
Are your security personnel licensed?
All security guards are fully licensed through the British Columbia Security Training Academy with ongoing professional development.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency services?
Yes, our emergency response team operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with the largest mobile patrol fleet in the region.
What industries do you work with?
We serve commercial, residential, healthcare, government, and event sectors with customized security solutions for each industry.
How are you different from other security companies?
As Vancouver Island's largest security provider since 1980, we combine local expertise with ISO-certified quality management and 400+ trained professionals.
Do you provide security training?
Yes, we offer Basic Security Training programs that meet provincial licensing requirements for aspiring security professionals.
Reviews (4)
Dominic Neave
Jan 20, 2022
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Ive worked for footprints going on 18 months now and Ive enjoyed working for them since day 1. The management team is amazing, they care about the employees and are very flexible in terms of schedule and time off. The other guards are great to work with, footprints have a great team of security guards. I would highly recommend footprints security.
Matt Findlay
Jan 20, 2022
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I have worked here for almost a year now and I have to say its been the best company I've ever worked for in any field. They are responsive to their employees and do definitely care about us. If your ever tire of feeling like another name in the company system this place is worth a try. The professional standards they hold to their employees for their clients is outstanding and is definitely worth the call for all your security needs
Paul Krismer
Jul 27, 2021
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As someone who has worked here for about 1 year, I can say from experience that this is a job that gives back whatever you put in. If you take initiative and show a real interest in the security of clients, you will be put at more important sites and recognized and rewarded accordingly with the amount of effort you put in.
Carrie Graham
Jan 10, 2020
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Just watched one of their drivers rip around a corner and almost take out a motorcycle. Driver didn't even slow down to see if motorcycle was okay. No business behind the wheel. This happened at 1 am on Interurban.
Footprints: deal with your drivers.
(Edited to add a star, because that response was funny ;-) )
Footprints: deal with your drivers.
(Edited to add a star, because that response was funny ;-) )
