Kitchener is the urban heart of Waterloo Region — a city where advanced manufacturing, technology firms, and a busy downtown core mean many residents pursue Ontario security guard or PI licences. Applicants can begin a CRJMC application online and should follow any additional steps required.
Local guidance reviewed September 3, 2026
Local Licence Applicant Guide
Kitchener is a municipality in Waterloo Region. The City of Kitchener publishes local municipal information on its official About Kitchener page, while Waterloo Regional Police publishes the regional police record-check reference for residents of Kitchener and the surrounding region.
A CRJMC (Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check) is submitted to Service Ontario as part of the security guard or PI licence application. Ontario's current licence page sets out provider and submission requirements, and it is the applicant who identifies and requests the specific check type needed for their situation. A vulnerable sector check is a distinct document with a different purpose — it is not interchangeable with the CRJMC required for a security licence.
The Waterloo Regional Police Service provides an official police record check portal at wrps.ca. This is a local government reference for residents who choose to request a check directly through their regional police service.
Ontario's current licence page specifies the type of criminal record check required. Review those requirements carefully — the check type needed depends on your licence category and individual situation.
A vulnerable sector check is not the same as the CRJMC required for a security guard licence. If your role involves work with children or vulnerable adults, confirm with your employer which checks are needed before you apply.
A Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC), also called a Level II police check, is one type of police record check. Confirm the current check requirement, issuer, format, recency, and acceptance directly with the licensing authority before ordering.
Residents of Kitchener can begin an application online through CRJMC.solutions. Police-check processing is powered by LawCheck; processing time, delivery format, and any additional steps can vary.
Local Answers
Verify the check type requested by your licensing body or recipient before applying.
Begin the application online in Kitchener and follow the instructions for identity verification, processing, and any additional steps.
Provide the requested identity information and follow the application instructions. Identity verification may require additional review.
Police-check processing is powered by LawCheck after the required application and identity steps are completed.
When processing is complete, delivery is provided by email. Confirm with the requester whether the result format is acceptable.
Begin online. Confirm the requested check, issuer, format, recency, and acceptance with the licensing authority before ordering.
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Whatever licence you are applying for, confirm its requirements before beginning an online application.
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