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September 17, 2026

Events have changed over the years, and so have the expectations that come with them. Whether it’s a corporate function, community gathering, fundraiser, or private celebration, organizers are often coordinating more people, vendors, schedules, and logistics than ever before.  We’ve found that professional event security guards are no longer viewed as support for worst-case scenarios […]

September 10, 2026

Most people know event security guards are there to help keep an event safe, but what they actually do throughout the day is often less obvious. Whether you’re planning a private celebration, corporate function, fundraiser, or community event, understanding their role can help you make better planning decisions.  We’ve found that many organizers are surprised […]

September 4, 2026

The stillness of an Edmonton night should represent peace and security, yet for many homeowners and business operators across our city, dusk brings an unsettling awareness of vulnerability. From the quiet residential streets of Terwillegar to the commercial corridors of Whyte Avenue, the threat of unauthorised entry persists as darkness falls. The question is no […]

August 28, 2026

The industrial landscape of Edmonton and its surrounding regions presents unique security challenges that demand unwavering vigilance and professional expertise. Construction camps, oil sands operations, and remote work sites require protection that extends far beyond simple surveillance. At GPS Security Group, we understand that the foundation of any successful security operation begins with reliable camp […]

August 28, 2026

For business owners and high-net-worth individuals across Edmonton, the convergence of financial uncertainty and physical security presents a complex challenge. When bankruptcy looms or restructuring becomes necessary, protecting your assets requires more than legal paperwork. It demands a sophisticated integration of surveillance technology and strategic security protocols. At GPS Security Group, we understand that true […]

August 27, 2026

For many organizers, hiring event security guards is not something they do very often.  Whether it’s your first time arranging security or you’re comparing providers for an upcoming event, it can be difficult to know what questions actually matter. We’ve found that the right questions often tell you far more than a quote ever will. […]

August 20, 2026

One of the most common questions event organizers ask is how much event security guards cost. Like many parts of event planning, the answer depends on what the event actually looks like. A private gathering with a small guest list will naturally have different requirements than a corporate function, community event, or public festival. We’ve […]

August 13, 2026

Not every event needs professional security. In fact, many organizers don’t start out thinking about security at all. They’re focused on booking vendors, confirming attendance, managing schedules, and making sure everything comes together on time.  Then somewhere along the way, the event starts to feel a little bigger than it did on paper. Maybe the […]

August 6, 2026

Resource extraction operations across Canada’s northern territories face escalating security challenges demanding sophisticated countermeasures. Industrial camps, exploration sites, and remote construction projects require comprehensive protection extending beyond traditional fencing and guard patrols. Implementing professional camp security ensures uninterrupted operations, protects personnel, and safeguards valuable assets where emergency response times stretch into hours. As threats evolve, […]

July 28, 2026

For any general contractor or infrastructure firm operating in Canada, heavy machinery represents the backbone of operational capability. Whether you manage excavators on a Vancouver high-rise development or bulldozers at an Edmonton pipeline extension, the sudden disappearance of a single piece of high-value machinery can derail project timelines and erase profit margins. On isolated perimeters […]

July 28, 2026

The pace of a live event, whether a concert, a corporate gathering, or a sporting match, leaves no room for delayed reactions. When a medical crisis, fire hazard, or security breach occurs, the first sixty seconds often determine the severity of the outcome. Many venue managers focus heavily on ticketing and concessions but overlook the […]

July 23, 2026

Providing Real Time Asset Intelligence Through Modern Electronic Security Services As Canadian businesses expand their operational footprints across distributed sites, from retail chains in Airdrie to logistics hubs in the Greater Toronto Area, the limitations of traditional, reactive security models become dangerously apparent. Waiting for an alarm to trigger after a breach has occurred is […]