The winners of the 2025 Canada Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) were revealed during a virtual ceremony on Thursday 27th November 2025.
Once again this year, winners from 7 of the categories will be featured in the 2nd Global OSPAs set to take place in 2026! Winners of these categories will automatically qualify for the global competition. The winner of Lifetime Achievement award will be inducted into the Security Hall of Fame.
2025 Canada Award Winners:
Outstanding In-House Security Manager/Director
Kirsty Bradley-McMurtrie – Conestoga College
“Honoured and Grateful!
I am truly humbled to receive the Outstanding In-House Security Manager/Director Award at the 2025 Canada Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs).
This recognition is not just about me, it reflects the incredible teamwork, dedication, and support of my colleagues at Conestoga College and the broader security community. Together, we strive every day to create safe and healthy environments and foster resilience.
A heartfelt thank you to the OSPAs for celebrating excellence in security and to everyone who has inspired and mentored me along the way. Congratulations to all the winners, you are raising the bar for our industry!”
Outstanding Security Team
Central City Security Team – Guardteck Security
Outstanding Security Training Initiative
RiskQuest Training Initiatives by Bhagyashri Wani – ZS Associates
Outstanding New Security Product
High Security Controller 7000 – Gallagher Security
“Our team has engineered the High Security Controller 7000 for the most demanding operational environments,” says Jeff Fields, Director of Government Programs – Americas. “Whether it’s federal agencies, utilities, or data centers, our customers need resilient solutions with proactive cyber security capabilities. To be recognized by the OSPAs shows that our solutions aren’t just secure, they’re leading the way.”
Outstanding Security Partnership
Commissionaires Nova Scotia and Mi’kmaq artist Emma Stevens
Outstanding Security Officer
Donald Morgan – Paragon Security
I am truly honored to receive the Outstanding Security Officer award from the OSPAs. This recognition means a great deal to me, as it reflects the dedication, professionalism, and commitment that guide my work every day in serving and protecting others. Being acknowledged alongside so many exceptional professionals is both humbling and inspiring.
Winning this award reinforces my passion for the security industry and encourages me to continue raising standards, mentoring others, and contributing to safer, stronger communities. I look forward to keeping the OSPAs updated on the positive impact this recognition has on my career, professional development, and ongoing contributions to the field.
Outstanding Young Security Professional
Mohammed Mounir – ASP Security
Lifetime Achievement
Mark Folmer
The event organisers would like to thank all those who have helped to make the Canada OSPAs event such a success including: all the supporting associations and judges; sponsor: Edith Cowan University (trophies and certificates).
