Private Investigators and Security Guards Program
*New* Please use the online eForm application for all new and renewal security guard and private investigator licence applications:
For more information, please visit our eForms page, How To Apply and be sure to check out Identification Requirements.
Manitoba Justice's Private Investigators and Security Guards Program regulates the private security and private investigator industries in accordance with the provisions of The Private Investigators and Security Guards Act. Manitoba Justice is committed to enhancing public safety through effective regulation of the private security industry.
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We are currently processing new applications received on: February 26, 2025 |
We are currently processing renewal applications received on: March 7, 2025 |
- The Private Investigators and Security Guards Act
- The Private Investigators and Security Guards Regulation
Business Licence(s)
The Private Investigators and Security Guards Act requires that all businesses providing private investigator and security guard services are licensed.
The Private Investigators and Security Guards Act requires that all employers of in-house security guards are registered.
- New Application for Business Licence
- Renewal Application for Business Licence
- New Application for Registration
- FAQ
- Penal Bond
- Irrevocable Letter of Credit
Security Guard & Private Investigator Licence(s)
The Private Investigators and Security Guards Act requires that all individuals conducting private Investigation and/or security guard duties are licensed.
Under The Private Investigators and Security Guards Act, individuals conducting loss prevention duties require a security guard licence, but must request a uniform exemption.
- New Application for Individual Licence
- Renewal Application for Individual Licence
- Application for Uniform Exemption - Loss Prevention Duties
- FAQ
Security Guard Training
In Manitoba, all security guards must complete a mandatory security guard training program as delivered by an approved training provider.
- List of Approved Training Providers for The Manitoba Security Guard Training Program
- Participant’s Manual for the Manitoba Security Guard Training Program (3.5Mb pdf)
Information Notes
Information Notes are prepared by the Public Safety Division to disseminate information to stakeholders on new initiatives, training, as well as legislative and other developments that may impact the private investigator and security guard industry.
- September 29, 2022 – Security Guard Minimum Wage Announcement
- The Body Armour and Fortified Vehicle Control Act
- EAL Instruction and Assessment Resources
To contact us:
Private Investigators and Security Guards Program
Telephone: 204-945-2825
email: infopisg@gov.mb.ca