Announcing the Finalists for the 2024 Canada Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs)

Nov 14, 2024News

We are thrilled to reveal the outstanding finalists for the 2024 Canada Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs). Now in its third year, the OSPAs in Canada continue to recognise exceptional achievements and innovation within the security industry.

The OSPAs judging process is rigorous and impartial, ensuring only the highest levels of performance and professionalism are celebrated. This year’s finalists represent the very best across various categories, with each demonstrating exemplary commitment to safety, security, and industry excellence.

The 2024 Finalists Are:

Outstanding In-House Security Manager/Director
Michael Brzozowski – CIBC
Morné du Preez, CPP – Nutrien
Ron Kornblum – Apotex
Roxanne Krause – Canada Lands Company – CN Tower
Kris Laberge – Alberta Health Services
Dwaine Nichol – City of Toronto

Outstanding Contract Security Manager/Director
Asad Abbas – West Egg Security
Sarah Miller – ASP Security
Monty Shaw – Guardteck Security
Gursimran Singh – Blackbird Security
Joseph Staverman – Guardteck Security
Matt Tremblay – Advance Security Services

Outstanding Security Team
BC Indigenous Housing Society Security Team – Blackbird Security
Corporate Security Team – City of Toronto
St Lawrence Market Security Team – City of Toronto & Logixx Security
CN Tower Security Team
Building Safety & Security Systems Team – University of Alberta

Outstanding Security Training Initiative
Human Trafficking Awareness Initiative – Commissionaires Nova Scotia
Youth Engagement Program – Paladin Security
“Train the Trainer” Initiative – Securiguard Services

Outstanding Security Partnership
2024 Security Upgrade Project – Heritage Park & Convergint Technologies
Paladin Security and BC Crown Corporation

Outstanding Security Officer
Patience Alao – Blackbird Security
Gagandeep Manj – Blackbird Security
Kristina Wolfe – Heritage Park

Outstanding Young Security Professional
Alex Van Ryke – Blackbird Security
Arwinder Singh – Securiguard Services
Bhagyashri Wani – ZS Associates Canada

Congratulations to all our finalists for their remarkable contributions and dedication to advancing security standards.

Winners will be announced at a virtual ceremony to be held on Thursday 28th November at 4.30pm GMT. To register to receive a link for attendance please click here.

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