Residential security is one of our specialties at Blackbird Security. We safeguard condominiums within major Canadian cities including Vancouver, Toronto, Edmonton, and Calgary. Today, we’re highlighting our condominium security work within Calgary and exploring some of the residential complexes we secure within the Stampede City.
An Overview of Calgary
Calgary, the largest city in Alberta, is known for its industrial growth and rapid development in a wide variety of industries. The city has experienced significant economic growth due to its robust oil and gas industry, alongside a growing tech sector. However, with growth and development, Calgary also faces challenges related to crime.
While the city offers a high quality of life (ranked alongside Zurich as the third most livable city in the world), it has areas with elevated crime rates, particularly in break and entries, vehicle thefts, and vandalism. As a result, robust security measures are essential to ensure the safety and well-being of condominium residents throughout the city.
The Roles of Residential Security Guards
We at Blackbird Security provide a range of security services tailored to meet the unique needs of Calgary's condominium communities. Here’s an overview of the types of security guards most commonly found in condominiums:
Uniformed Security Guards
Uniformed security guards provide a visible deterrent factor to potential criminals and provide a reassuring presence for residents. Their uniform signals that the premises are protected and surveilled. These guards patrol the property, check for maintenance issues, and respond to incidents, ensuring that the community remains safe and secure.
Concierge Security Guards
Concierge security guards combine the roles of security and customer service, offering a friendly presence at the front desk that residents recognize and trust with inquiries and concerns. Concierge security guards manage access control, assist residents and guests with inquiries, monitor CCTV cameras, and maintain a secure environment through vigilant monitoring and interaction.
At Blackbird Security, our guards receive in-depth customer service training through Blackbird Academy to better equip them with the skills needed to provide top-tier customer service to our clients’ residents. Learn more about our advanced training programs.
Mobile Security Guards
Mobile security guards conduct patrols using marked security vehicles equipped with flashing overhead lights. These guards perform routine checks across the property and respond swiftly to any security breaches or threats. These patrols can be scheduled on a randomized basis, providing an element of deterrence for would-be burglars. Mobile patrols are a cost-effective solution for condominiums that don’t require a 24/7 on-site security presence or who reduce their on-site security presence during overnight hours.
Tactical Security Guards
Tactical security guards are trained to handle high-risk situations and provide advanced security solutions. They are equipped to manage incidents that require a higher level of intervention, ensuring the safety of residents in more volatile environments. Our tactical security guards undergo use-of-force training through Blackbird Academy, allowing them to safely provide physical protection in dynamic or risky situations.
The Blackbird Security Training Advantage
At Blackbird Security, we ensure our security guards are well-equipped to handle a wide variety of workplace situations through our in-house training program offered through Blackbird Academy and our accredited institution partners.
Our security guards undergo a series of programs designed to augment their skills in the workplace while building a foundation of respect and professional customer service. The courses our guards experience include standard first aid and Naloxone training, customer service training, peaceful de-escalation training, crisis prevention training, and more.
Safeguarding Affordable Housing in Calgary: Langin Place and Louise Station
Blackbird Security is proud to safeguard affordable housing complexes for mixed-income residents within Calgary. Below are two of the affordable condominium buildings we protect:
Langin Place
Langin Place is dedicated to supporting adults experiencing mental health and/or addiction issues who have a history of chronic or episodic homelessness or are at risk of homelessness. The facility promotes personal development and inclusive communities, offering a safe and supportive environment for its residents. Blackbird Security ensures the safety of Langin Place through tactical security and uniformed security, allowing residents to focus on their recovery and personal growth.
Louise Station
Louise Station represents a new approach to providing safe, affordable housing in Calgary. The project integrates municipal facilities with mixed-use and mixed-income development, creating an inclusive community environment.
Protecting Calgary’s High-Rise Condos: Manchester Towers and East Village
Manchester Towers
Manchester Towers, located off Macleod Trail near Windsor Park, is a 14-story building with 132 units. The area of Windsor Park is known for its vibrant community including amenities and retail stores. Blackbird Security ensures the safety of Manchester Towers through a combination of uniformed security and concierge security, providing residents with peace of mind.
East Village
East Village is a rapidly developing cultural hub in Calgary, known for its modern residential buildings and neighbourhood attractions. Blackbird Security protects a residential building on 8 Ave SE, ensuring that the community remains a safe and welcoming place for its residents. Our security measures in East Village include uniformed security and concierge security.
Partner With Calgary’s Best Residential Security Provider
Blackbird Security is dedicated to safeguarding Calgary's condominium communities with top-tier security solutions that prioritize the comfort and well-being of residents through customer service. No residential security solution is one-size-fits-all, and our team provides comprehensive protection tailored to each individual property we safeguard.
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In addition to residential security, we provide services in the following areas:
- Mobile Patrol Security
- Construction Security
- Uniformed Security
- Elite Suit & Tie Security
- Executive Protection
- Office & Facilities Security
- Government Security
- Event Security
- Shopping Mall Security
- Front Gate Security
- Factory Security
- Shipyard Security
- Transportation Security
- Overnight Security
- Logistic Security
- Warehouse Security
- Hotel Security
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