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Armoured Car and Cash Transport Awareness 2026

This course is for security guards and store or branch staff who work with armoured car crews, and for people thinking about cash-in-transit work. It covers provincial licensing, firearms law, FINTRAC duties, safe cash practices and robbery response. Crew work needs the licence, firearms licence, Authorization to Carry and training the law requires; this course is background knowledge only.

  • Course
  • Canada
  • 25 questions
  • Checked October 13, 2026

Quick answer

This free course has about 30 minutes of lessons and a 25-question test. Score 80% or more to download a certificate of completion (private, not accredited). Checked against official sources on October 13, 2026.

Start with the lessonsArmoured Car and Cash Transport Awareness: Lessons: about 30 minutes of reading. Every test question is covered in the lessons.

What you will learn

  • Explain what armoured car and cash-in-transit work involves
  • Compare how BC, Alberta and Ontario treat armoured car work
  • Describe the federal firearms rules for cash transport
  • List the main FINTRAC duties of armoured car businesses
  • Apply safe cash practices at a customer site
  • Respond safely during and after a robbery

Score 80% or more to download your certificate.

  1. Question 1 of 25

    How does British Columbia's Security Services Regulation define an armoured vehicle?
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    Answer: B. One built to protect people inside from forced entry and guns

    Section 1 defines an armoured vehicle as a motor vehicle built or adapted to protect its occupants from forced entry and from firearms of a set minimum power.

  2. Question 2 of 25

    In British Columbia, which security worker licence covers transporting property in an armoured vehicle?
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    Answer: A. Armoured car guard

    The licence table in the BC Security Services Regulation lists 'armoured car guard' for transporting property in an armoured vehicle.

  3. Question 3 of 25

    What training does BC require for an armoured car guard licence, unless the registrar accepts equal experience?
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    Answer: C. A use-of-force and firearms course for armoured car guards

    Section 3(4) requires a use-of-force and firearms proficiency course designed for armoured car guards, from the Justice Institute of BC or a provider it approves, or equal experience or training.

  4. Question 4 of 25

    In British Columbia, what must an armoured car guard's uniform show?
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    Answer: C. The name of their employer

    Section 12(5) of the BC regulation says a licensee providing an armoured car guard service must wear a uniform showing the name of the person who employs or engages them.

  5. Question 5 of 25

    BC security workers must usually show their licence when asked. What does BC say about armoured car guards?
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    Answer: B. They are exempt from that requirement

    BC's rules say workers must show their licence on request unless they are working as an armoured car guard or as door security at a liquor establishment.

  6. Question 6 of 25

    Under Alberta's security licensing policy, what is an armoured vehicle service?
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    Answer: B. Moving property in an armoured vehicle with armed guards

    Alberta's policy manual defines an armoured vehicle service as transporting property in an armoured vehicle with armed guards, and exempts it from licensing. Other ways of working may need a licence.

  7. Question 7 of 25

    In Ontario, how are people paid to provide an armoured vehicle service treated under security licensing?
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    Answer: B. They are listed as exempt from licensing

    Ontario lists people paid for work that provides an armoured vehicle service among those exempt from security licensing.

  8. Question 8 of 25

    Under federal law, what does a guard need to carry a handgun on duty?
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    Answer: D. A firearms licence and an Authorization to Carry

    Under the federal Firearms Act, carrying a restricted firearm on duty needs a firearms licence and an Authorization to Carry; Ontario says armed guards must carry and show both on request.

  9. Question 9 of 25

    Under federal regulations, when can a person's job justify an Authorization to Carry?
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    Answer: A. When their main work is moving or guarding cash or valuables

    Section 3 of the Authorizations to Carry Restricted Firearms and Certain Handguns Regulations covers a person whose principal activity is handling, transporting or protecting cash or valuable goods, where firearms are needed to protect life.

  10. Question 10 of 25

    What training must a person complete before getting an Authorization to Carry for cash transport work?
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    Answer: C. Training in firearms proficiency and use of force

    Section 4 of the regulations says the authorization must not be issued unless the person has successfully completed training in firearms proficiency and the use of force.

  11. Question 11 of 25

    Since what date have armoured car businesses had obligations under Canada's anti-money laundering law?
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    Answer: B. July 1, 2024

    FINTRAC says armoured car businesses have had obligations under the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act since July 1, 2024.

  12. Question 12 of 25

    Which business activity makes a company an armoured car business for FINTRAC purposes?
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    Answer: B. Moving currency, money orders or traveller's cheques

    FINTRAC's rules cover businesses engaged in transporting currency, money orders, traveller's cheques and similar negotiable instruments.

  13. Question 13 of 25

    An armoured car business must verify the identity of a person who asks it to transport how much cash?
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    Answer: A. $1,000 or more

    FINTRAC says identity must be verified for anyone who asks to transport $1,000 or more in cash, before the first transport.

  14. Question 14 of 25

    When must an armoured car business send FINTRAC a large cash transaction report?
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    Answer: D. When it gets $10,000 or more in cash at one time

    FINTRAC requires a large cash transaction report when a business receives $10,000 or more in cash in a single transaction.

  15. Question 15 of 25

    When must a suspicious transaction report be sent to FINTRAC?
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    Answer: B. On reasonable grounds to suspect money laundering

    A suspicious transaction report is required when there are reasonable grounds to suspect that a transaction is related to money laundering or terrorist financing.

  16. Question 16 of 25

    For how long must an armoured car business keep its FINTRAC records?
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    Answer: A. At least 5 years

    FINTRAC says all required records must be kept for at least 5 years.

  17. Question 17 of 25

    How often, at minimum, must an armoured car business review how well its compliance program works?
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    Answer: D. Every 2 years

    FINTRAC requires a review of the compliance program's effectiveness every 2 years at a minimum.

  18. Question 18 of 25

    What does Durham Regional Police suggest for businesses that handle larger amounts of cash?
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    Answer: A. Consider using an armoured car service

    Durham Regional Police advise businesses that handle larger amounts of cash to consider an armoured car service.

  19. Question 19 of 25

    Edmonton police give advice for businesses that take their own deposits to the bank. Which tip is part of it?
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    Answer: A. Change your times and routes often

    Edmonton police advise varying banking times and routes, avoiding obvious money bags, depositing at least daily and avoiding night deposits.

  20. Question 20 of 25

    Which kind of safe do Edmonton police recommend for a store?
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    Answer: A. One the clerk cannot open alone, or that needs two keys

    Edmonton police recommend a safe the clerk cannot open alone, or one that needs two keys, with a sign saying so.

  21. Question 21 of 25

    Under the Criminal Code, what is the maximum sentence for robbery?
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    Answer: C. Life imprisonment

    Section 344 of the Criminal Code sets a maximum of life imprisonment for robbery, with minimum terms when certain firearms are used.

  22. Question 22 of 25

    An armed person demands the cash bag during a pickup. What do Edmonton police advise?
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    Answer: C. Cooperate, do as you are told and do not resist

    Edmonton police advise cooperating with the robber and not resisting. Your personal safety is more important than money.

  23. Question 23 of 25

    When should you use a silent holdup alarm during a robbery?
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    Answer: A. Only if you can reach it without being noticed

    Edmonton police advise using a silent alarm only if you can reach it without the robber noticing.

  24. Question 24 of 25

    The robber has left, and the silent alarm was already pressed. Should you still call police?
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    Answer: A. Yes, call them right away

    Edmonton police say to call the police immediately after a robbery, even if you already set off the alarm.

  25. Question 25 of 25

    After a robbery, a reporter asks you how much money was taken. What should you do?
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    Answer: A. Refer them to police and do not discuss it

    Edmonton police advise discussing the amount taken only with police and letting police answer news media questions.

What to know before the test

  • British Columbia licenses armoured car guards and requires a use-of-force and firearms course designed for them, or equal experience or training.
  • Ontario exempts people paid to provide an armoured vehicle service from security licensing. Alberta exempts armoured vehicle services that use armed guards.
  • A guard who carries a handgun on duty needs a firearms licence and a federal Authorization to Carry.
  • Since July 1, 2024, armoured car businesses must follow FINTRAC rules, including reports for cash of $10,000 or more.
  • During a robbery, police advise cooperating and not resisting; your safety matters more than the money.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a special licence to work on an armoured car?

It depends on the province. British Columbia requires an armoured car guard licence and a course designed for armoured car guards, while Ontario and Alberta exempt armoured vehicle services from provincial security licensing (in Alberta, the exemption covers transport in an armoured vehicle with armed guards). Any crew member who carries a firearm needs a firearms licence and an Authorization to Carry. This course is background knowledge only.

Do armoured car companies have to report to FINTRAC?

Yes. Since July 1, 2024, they must have a compliance program, verify clients, keep records for 5 years, and report large cash and suspicious transactions.

What should I do if someone tries to rob an armoured car crew at my site?

Do not get involved. Keep yourself and others safe, call 911 when it is safe, note what you see, and give your notes to police.

Should a site guard help the crew carry cash?

Only if your post orders say so. The crew follows its own procedures; your job is usually to keep the area clear, stay alert and report anything unusual.

Is the certificate accredited or officially recognised?

No. It is a private certificate of completion for knowledge only. It is not recognised, accredited or approved by any government, licensing body, regulator or educational institution, and it does not replace any licence, certification or training required by law.

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