St. Catharines is the administrative and commercial hub of Niagara Region, with healthcare, education, and service sectors where many workers pursue Ontario security guard or PI licences. Residents can begin a CRJMC application online and should follow any additional steps required.
Local guidance reviewed September 3, 2026
Local Licence Applicant Guide
St. Catharines is a municipality in Niagara Region. The City of St. Catharines maintains an official municipal website, and Niagara Regional Police publishes police record-check information for Niagara Region, including St. Catharines.
Ontario's current licence page sets out provider and submission requirements for the CRJMC. The applicant is responsible for identifying the specific check type required for their licence category, as set by the Ministry of the Solicitor General. A vulnerable sector check — required for certain roles involving direct contact with children or vulnerable adults — is a distinct document and cannot be substituted for the CRJMC required for a security guard licence.
The Niagara Regional Police Service provides official record check information at niagarapolice.ca. This is a local government reference for St. Catharines residents who choose to request their check through their regional police service.
Ontario's current licence page specifies the required category of record check. Review that guidance before initiating your application to make sure you request the correct type and avoid having to reapply.
Some roles in healthcare or education may require a vulnerable sector check, but that document does not replace the CRJMC required for an Ontario security guard licence. Confirm which checks apply to your situation 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 St. Catharines 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 St. Catharines 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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