Key Takeaways:
- •Pre-event site surveys and threat assessments by experienced consultants
- •Security plan development that satisfies municipal permit requirements across Canada
- •Post-event analysis and continuous improvement recommendations
- •Pricing: $100-$300/hour or $2,000-$10,000 per event plan
Security consulting provides the planning foundation for safe events. Our consultants conduct site surveys, develop comprehensive security plans, and ensure your event meets all municipal permit requirements across Canada. A written security plan is not just a regulatory checkbox — it is the document that coordinates your entire security operation and protects you from liability.
Why You Need a Security Plan
Insurance companies, venues, and municipalities increasingly require documented security plans before they will approve events. Without one, you face:
- •Permit denial — municipal authorities can reject your event application
- •Insurance exclusions — your policy may not cover incidents at an unplanned event
- •Personal liability — without documented protocols, organizers carry personal legal exposure
- •Operational chaos — security teams without a written plan make inconsistent decisions under pressure
What We Deliver
Our consulting engagements cover the full event security lifecycle:
- •Venue site survey — physical walkthrough identifying all access points, blind spots, capacity zones, emergency exits, and medical staging areas
- •Threat assessment — analysis based on event type, attendee demographics, public profile, and local risk factors including historical incident data
- •Written security plan — the operational document that meets municipal permit requirements in Toronto (Special Events Unit), Montreal (Bureau des festivals), Vancouver (Engineering Services), and other jurisdictions
- •Staffing recommendations — guard counts by position, shift schedules, break rotations, and supervisor ratios based on industry standards
- •Emergency response protocols — evacuation routes coordinated with local fire services, medical staging plans, shelter-in-place procedures, and severe weather protocols
- •Communication plan — radio channels, code words, escalation procedures, and a clear chain of command
- •Post-event debrief — incident analysis, performance review, and recommendations for future events
Industry Certifications
Our consulting network includes professionals with:
- •CPP (Certified Protection Professional) from ASIS International
- •PSP (Physical Security Professional) from ASIS International
- •CSA Z1600 emergency management training
- •Decades of combined experience in law enforcement, military, and corporate security
Pricing
| Service | Rate |
|---|---|
| Consultation (hourly) | $100 - $300/hour |
| Full event security plan | $2,000 - $10,000 |
| Post-event debrief report | $500 - $2,000 |
| Ongoing advisory retainer | Custom quote |
The cost of a professional security plan is a fraction of the liability exposure of an unplanned event. Request a consultation to discuss your event requirements.
