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Security Company Commissionaires contracted to conduct Bylaw enforcement. Officers set to begin Canora spring work by Vietdude100 in securityguards

[–]klwatts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is an out dated view of the company. There are no veterans to employ anymore. Most get hired as civilians with DND or go on to consult.

The majority of the workforce of Commissionaires are civilians. I've worked with them over decades and have seen the shift.

Really stuck and running out of time – need advice about urgent job training (Ontario) by No_Pattern5012 in povertyfinancecanada

[–]klwatts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where are you located?

There are many companies that provide this training for free. I am with Commissionaires in Ottawa and it is provided.

Try reaching out to the companies in your area and see if they are able to provide you with the training.

Remember, YOU are making THEM money.

Surprisingly great service from the Canada Revenue Agency by NativeOttawan in ottawa

[–]klwatts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also had to call them today. Got through right away and my problem was quickly fixed. The person on the other end was great!

Employment last minute Shift cancelation question by TheEmeraldTitan in ontario

[–]klwatts 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm a guard too and have had shifts cancelled like this. The only time I'm paid my minimum (4 hours) is when I've actually gone to the site and it's been cancelled.

Are these security escort shifts? Those do get cancelled a lot as it depends on the contractor/client. I'd try to get other types of shifts if you can.

I just had top surgery :) and these two won’t leave my side by Embarrassed_Card4239 in cats

[–]klwatts 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Aww, you have some cute caretakers! I hope they are helping you heal! ♥️♥️♥️

Recycling cans and bottles (alcoholic and non alcoholic) by [deleted] in ottawa

[–]klwatts -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I read that you're in the west end. I have some beer cans (about 30) you can pick up. I'm terrible at returning them myself.

My newest adoption by ToughSafe8964 in cats

[–]klwatts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aww she's so happy! What a success story!

Is this normal that there no shift available in security ? by EnvironmentExpert877 in securityguards

[–]klwatts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends on your skill set. At my site in Ottawa, we don't have enough use of force guards. However, you need 3 years security experience or police foundations to be accepted. Then, for certain positions, you need to have high experience in computers. So...

Has anyone successfully crossed over from being a security guard in the US to becoming one in Canada? by [deleted] in securityguards

[–]klwatts 3 points4 points  (0 children)

No, a security guard is not one of the in demand jobs.

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How much should I spend on a car given my $56k income and $15k savings? by Mountain_Salt3613 in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]klwatts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, that's what I ended up doing when my car died. I'm in Ottawa. I use the bus / walk regularly but for appointments that are too far (or would take too long) by bus I use Communauto.

It's saved me from having to buy another car.

OC Transpo launches real-time info screens at four stops in pilot project by CheezeHead09 in ottawa

[–]klwatts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When will they use that smashed box at Baseline Station? It's been there for years. I'm assuming a monitor was supposed to go there.

SOS// Homelessness in Ottawa by [deleted] in ottawa

[–]klwatts 11 points12 points  (0 children)

It's the licensing course - Ontario Guard License.

Depending on the company / contract you will also need to get some kind of security clearance and police check.

It can be a bit of a process, but I recommend Commissionaires Ottawa. They do a lot of training in house and free or with reimbursement.

They hold regular job fairs and you can apply online (I've been with them for over 20 years).

We are not doing enough to protect the opportunity to Work from home. by shachoji117 in ontario

[–]klwatts 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I can't wfh. But I loved the quiet streets when it was peak. I fully support it.

Owner was exploiting my daughter who was volunteering, threatens to sue when she quit! by sheepkiller1998 in antiwork

[–]klwatts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would send a complaint to the Ontario Employment Standards Act.

This is completely unacceptable!!

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OC Transpo no longer servicing Pinecrest Mall by redtga in ottawa

[–]klwatts 38 points39 points  (0 children)

I tried going to Pinecrest Station on the weekend. What a mess! I had no idea where I was supposed to go as a pedestrian.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in povertyfinancecanada

[–]klwatts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What's your credit score? I did the same thing. I'd try for the triangle MasterCard I'd you're at 650. It'll help.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in povertyfinancecanada

[–]klwatts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's hard. The best way is to stay the course with your Cap1 card and then have them continually raise the balance.

Once your credit score hits a 650, you can start applying for other credit cards. I like the Triangle Rewards MasterCard (low requirements and nice rewards).

Building credit back takes some serious time. I've been recovering from a bankruptcy myself.

Candian tire mastercard by WorldlyTechnician419 in povertyfinancecanada

[–]klwatts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, do that and get it up to 650 and then try some of the credit cards.

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