Most often when we think about security it is on a personal level. As Toronto residents our first concern is the safety of our families, homes and business. When a distressing incident like what just took place in Ottawa in relation to the shooting of one of Canada’s soldiers, and likewise the death of another in Quebec, it tends to broaden our thinking about the different levels of Canada Security.

On the personal level when we are scrutinizing our security there should be set criteria that should be followed.

First there should be a thorough inspection of one’s premises to determine what the security needs are. What steps can be taken personally to heighten the home protection. For example, are the doors and windows deemed safe and built to keep intruders out.

Next, what type of security equipment should be implemented to meet the specific needs of each individual. It doesn’t make sense that one set of security devices suits everyone. This can be the problem when a home owner or business owner is not dealing with a security equipment provider that offers personalized services.

This brings the next priority of sourcing out a security company that is credible and capable of both providing and installing the required security devices and programs.

In expanding our thinking of security beyond our personal environment, tragedies such as those that took place in Ottawa and Quebec, serve as a reminder that as residents of Canada we are most fortunate to have the highly trained different levels of security that we do. While the loss of life occurred there is no doubt that the quick response of those involved in the security of the Parliament buildings surely prevented an even further tragedy. This level of security was further supported by the appropriate Police personnel.

While we commonly complain about where our tax dollars go, there is no question that the money that is used on the whole for keeping Canada and every resident safe is money well spent.

The security responses that took place in this recent event is a testament of just how important quality and due diligence is when it comes to security matters at any level is critically important.

Pre-Lock is a proud member of the security industry and would like to commend all those within this industry on a whole that played a part in these unfortunate circumstances. At the same time we would like to offer our condolences to the families and friends of those two soldiers who lost their lives on Canadian soil this past week.