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Armed Security Licencing
The PAL (Firearms License) For Armed Guard Work and other Job Opportunities
The first step to working in armed security is to take the Canadian Firearms Safety Course & The Restricted Safety Course. These are abbreviated as CFSC / CRFSC.
BC Firearms Academy offers the CFSC / CRFSC regularly throughout the lower mainland of BC. Our most active locations are: New Westminster, Serving Vancouver, Burnaby, Delta and Surrey and Abbotsford, Serving Langly, Chilliwack, Mission and Maple Ridge.
With BC Firearms Academy, the CFSC & CRFSC combined course is $205 +tax. Once you have completed the testing successfully, the RCMP collects an $80 processing fee for the licences.
PAL stands for Possession and Acquisition License. It is renewable every 5 years. As a general rule, applicants must have passed the Canadian Firearms Safety Course in order to obtain one. Both the restricted and non-restricted courses and licenses must be obtained in order to be employed for most road jobs.
You require a regular “G” license in Ontario, a “Class 3” for Quebec and a “Full Class 5” for all other Provinces. Employees may be trained in various job functions including driving.
Requirements include but are not limited to: a clean driver’s abstract, physical fitness to lift varying weights of cash & coin, a clean background check and the willingness to wear a uniform and abide by uniform & appearance policies.
Is a cash in-transit guard job right for you?
What armoured car guard companies typically look for in a candidate for employment:
Highly organized and able to work with minimal supervision. Eager to work in a fast-paced environment and capable to cope with pressure and tight timelines.
Possess a valid restricted and non-restricted Federal Firearms License (PAL: Possession and Acquisition Licence)
Upcoming Courses
BC Firearms Academy Upcoming Courses
Online Courses Offered By BC Firearms Academy
BC Firearms Academy offers a wide verity of training options to meet your needs!
Free Resources: Canadian Firearms Safety Course
Free resources and study materials to help you prepare for your Canadian Firearms Safety Course. No need to print the manual or bring the manual to your course with BC Firearms Academy.
Online CORE Hunter Education Course
This course is designed to prepare you for the CORE Hunter Education Course examination and as a companion guide to the in-person course. Register for the exam challenge or the online course BC Firearms Academy.
A free online study guide to help you stay safe in the bear country of BC
A free online study guide to help you stay safe in the bear country of BC. This online guide will help you work, hunt, hike, and camp safely in the backcountry of BC.
Free RSO Range Safety Officer Course
RSO (Range Safety Officer) Course for Club Shoots and Open Range Events. This course has been focused to meet the needs of Candian gun clubs and ranges but is applicable to a wide variety of facilities worldwide.
Canadian CORE Course Challenge and Hunting Licence Exam Challenge.
CORE Course Challenges and Hunting Licence Exam Challenge can be completed by individuals who have completed home or online study. BC Firearms Academy Strongly recommends completing our Online CORE course and reviewing our Free Online Firearms Safety Study Guide.
FREE AUTHORIZATION TO CARRY ( ATC ) Online Study Guide
This is a free online course to help you prepare for your Use Of Force course and rewarding career in the Armoured Car Industry.
In-Class (not online) Courses Offered By BC Firearms Academy
BC Firearms Academy offers a wide verity of training options to meet your needs!
Canadian Firearms Safety Courses
This Canadian Firearms Safety Course & Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course runs over two days from 9:30 am to 5 pm. This is the course required for your Canadian Firearms Possession and Acquisition Licence (PAL).
Canadian Firearms Safety Courses
Canadian Firearms Safety Course Non-Restricted Only - CFSC - Canadian Firearms Safety Course. This Canadian Firearms Safety Course runs over 1 day from 9:30 am to 5 pm.
CORE Hunter Education Course
CORE Hunter Education Course BC Fish & Wildlife ID FWID Abby Jan 13/14 This CORE Hunter Education Course is completed over 1 or 2 days from 9:30 am to 4 pm.
Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Courses
Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course – Restricted Only This Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course runs over 1 day from 9:30 am to 5 pm. Testing is completed on the day of instruction.
Combined - Non-Restricted Canadian Firearms Safety Course & CORE Hunter Education Course
Combined - Canadian Firearms Safety Course - Non-Restricted Only & CORE Hunter Education Course This is a 2 Day combined course. The Non-restricted Canadian Firearms Safety Courses is completed on the first day.
Personal Coaching & One on One Instruction
Personal Coaching, One on One Instruction & Range Training. Accelerate what you’re out to accomplish. Address what matters most to your shooting goals.
Wilderness Authorization to Carry Proof of Proficiency
WATC - Wilderness Authorization to Carry Proof of Proficiency Using a Firearm for Wilderness Protection WATC
CFSC OR CRFSC Retest
For individuals who have completed a BC Firearm Academy Canadian Firearms Safety Course Only. The RCMP firearms program no longer allows individuals to challenge the firearms safety course.
Predatory Wildlife & Bear Defence
This course is designed for those working in the bush or the outdoor enthusiast that spends time in bear country. For individuals who have completed a BC Firearm Academy Canadian Firearms Safety Course Only. The RCMP firearms program no longer allows individuals to challenge the firearms safety course.
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