Criminal Record Check for Manitoba Security Guard Licensing

Manitoba’s Private Investigators and Security Guards Program, administered under the province’s licensing framework, requires applicants to submit a Criminal Record Check before a security guard or private investigator licence can be issued. This guide covers what the check involves and how to get it done if you’re not near a location that processes them in person.

What Manitoba’s Criminal Record Check Covers

Manitoba’s licensing Criminal Record Check is a name-based search of the CPIC database, covering:

  • Criminal convictions
  • Outstanding charges, where applicable to the request type
  • Certain judicial matters relevant to positions of trust

The exact scope depends on the check type requested at the time of application, so it’s worth confirming with the Private Investigators and Security Guards Program directly whether a standard or enhanced check is required for your licence category.

Fingerprints: Usually Not Required

Like most provincial licensing checks, Manitoba’s Criminal Record Check is typically processed using your name and date of birth rather than fingerprints. Fingerprinting only becomes necessary if there’s a partial match between your details and another record in the database, so your identity can be confirmed before a certificate is issued.

How the Process Works

  1. Confirm your licence category’s requirement with the Private Investigators and Security Guards Program.
  2. Apply by mail or online through an RCMP-accredited provider — you don’t need to be in Manitoba in person for a name-based check.
  3. Submit two pieces of government-issued ID, at least one with your photo.
  4. Receive your certificate, usually within 15 minutes to 48 hours.

Pricing

  • CPIC (name-based) check: $40 + tax
  • CRJMC / enhanced check (covering outstanding charges and judicial matters): $50 + tax

Why Use an RCMP-Accredited Agency Outside Manitoba?

Because this is a national database search rather than a local records check, any RCMP-accredited agency can process your application, regardless of where in Canada you or the agency are located. Surrey Fingerprint Company processes these checks for clients across the country by mail and online. See our full CPIC and CRJMC service details.

Get Started

Contact us to confirm the exact check type your Manitoba licence requires, then apply from wherever you are.

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