Supreme Court limits Quebec security law to regional work only

Friday, May 30, 2025, 2:21 pm

The Supreme Court of Canada has ruled that a Quebec law governing private security does not apply to firms engaged in federal activities. The decision underscores clear jurisdictional boundaries in regulatory oversight and may spark further debate over regional versus federal authority in the private security sector.

globalnews.ca / Quebec private security law doesn’t apply to firms working in federal areas: court

The Supreme Court of Canada says a Quebec law governing private security activities does not apply to two firms involved in work that falls under federal responsibility.

thestar.com / Quebec private security law doesn't apply to firms working in federal areas: court

OTTAWA - The Supreme Court of Canada says a Quebec law governing private security activities does not apply to two firms involved in work that falls under federal responsibility.

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