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Quebec Security Guard Knowledge Quiz 2026

To work as a security guard in Quebec, you need an agent licence from the Bureau de la sécurité privée (BSP). The BSP does not publish a licence exam: what you need is the 70-hour private security guarding training from a school service centre, or an accepted equivalent, so this is a knowledge quiz. Practice test 1 covers Quebec's licence and training rules, and the other sets cover topics taught across Canada.

  • Security guard
  • Quebec
  • 105 questions
  • Checked
  • Edited by A. Singh
  • Fact-checked October 17, 2026

Quick answer

It is run by the Bureau de la sécurité privée (BSP), under Quebec's Private Security Act (Loi sur la sécurité privée). Minimum age: 18. Practise here for free with 105 questions, each with the answer and an explanation. Checked against official sources on October 17, 2026.

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  1. Question 1 of 25

    A new security guard in Quebec applies for an agent licence. Which organization issues it?
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    Answer: D. The Bureau de la sécurité privée (BSP)

    The Bureau de la sécurité privée issues agent licences under the Private Security Act. The Sûreté du Québec only gives its opinion on background checks.

  2. Question 2 of 25

    How does Quebec's Private Security Act describe the activity of security guarding?
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    Answer: D. Watching or protecting persons, property or premises mainly to prevent crime and maintain order

    Section 1 of the Act defines security guarding as watching or protecting persons, property or premises, mainly to prevent crime and keep order.

  3. Question 3 of 25

    What does Quebec's training regulation require before you can get a security guarding agent licence?
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    Answer: A. Successful completion of a private security guarding program of at least 70 hours, with a training certificate

    Section 1 of the Regulation respecting the training required to obtain an agent licence asks for a guarding program of at least 70 hours that ends with a training certificate.

  4. Question 4 of 25

    Which institutions give the 70-hour security guarding program named in Quebec's regulation?
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    Answer: D. School service centres (centres de services scolaires) or school boards

    The regulation names a program for which a school service centre or school board issues the training certificate. Other courses count only if the Minister recognizes them.

  5. Question 5 of 25

    Which three modules make up Quebec's 70-hour security guarding training?
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    Answer: B. Environment, functions, legislation and standards of conduct; emergency procedures; workplace first aid

    The BSP lists three mandatory modules: environment, functions, legislation and standards of conduct (30 h), emergency procedures (24 h) and workplace first aid recognized by the CNESST (16 h).

  6. Question 6 of 25

    Which module is the longest part of Quebec's security guarding training?
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    Answer: A. Environment, functions, legislation and standards of conduct

    The module on environment, functions, legislation and standards of conduct takes 30 of the 70 hours.

  7. Question 7 of 25

    How many hours of Quebec's guarding training are spent on emergency procedures?
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    Answer: B. 24 hours

    The emergency procedures module lasts 24 hours of the 70.

  8. Question 8 of 25

    The first aid part of Quebec's guarding training must be which kind of course?
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    Answer: C. A 16-hour workplace first aid course recognized by the CNESST

    The BSP requires 16 hours of workplace first aid (secourisme en milieu de travail) recognized by the CNESST, Quebec's workplace health and safety body.

  9. Question 9 of 25

    You finish the security guarding program at a school service centre. What do you receive from the centre?
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    Answer: C. A training certificate (attestation de formation)

    The school service centre issues a training certificate. You then send proof of training with your licence application to the BSP, which issues the licence.

  10. Question 10 of 25

    You have worked in security for years but never took Quebec's 70-hour program. What may you ask the BSP for?
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    Answer: A. An evaluation of the equivalence of your knowledge and skills

    Section 2 of the training regulation lets the BSP accept an equivalent level of knowledge and skills, based on diplomas, course results, training and experience.

  11. Question 11 of 25

    For an equivalence request for a guarding licence in Quebec, which course proof does the BSP still ask for?
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    Answer: A. Proof of a 16-hour workplace first aid course

    Even when you ask for equivalence, the BSP asks for proof that you completed a 16-hour workplace first aid course from a CNESST-accredited body.

  12. Question 12 of 25

    Who can confirm the hours you worked in security guarding for a Quebec equivalence request?
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    Answer: B. The Parity Committee for security guards (Comité paritaire)

    The BSP says the Parity Committee for security guards can give a letter confirming hours worked. Proof must come from employers or this committee, not from a résumé.

  13. Question 13 of 25

    You want to work while you take the guarding training in Quebec. What can you apply for?
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    Answer: D. A temporary security guarding licence in a work-study program

    The BSP may issue a temporary licence for training purposes. For work-study, you must show proof of registration and payment for the training.

  14. Question 14 of 25

    How many times may a person get a temporary work-study licence for security guarding in Quebec?
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    Answer: B. Only once

    The BSP says a work-study temporary licence for security guarding can be requested only once.

  15. Question 15 of 25

    Under section 22 of Quebec's Private Security Act, what is the longest term of a temporary licence?
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    Answer: D. 120 days

    Section 22 lets the BSP issue a temporary licence for a term of not more than 120 days.

  16. Question 16 of 25

    While working on a temporary training licence in Quebec, how must you work?
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    Answer: B. Under the supervision of a person who holds a valid regular agent licence

    A temporary licence holder must stay under the supervision of a regular licence holder and under the responsibility of the business that hired them.

  17. Question 17 of 25

    A guard on a Quebec temporary licence is offered a job at another security agency. What do the BSP rules say?
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    Answer: A. A temporary licence holder cannot change employers or jobs

    A temporary licence is issued for one specific mandate. The holder cannot change employers or jobs or use it for any other purpose.

  18. Question 18 of 25

    Your Quebec licence application is still being processed. May you start working as a guard?
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    Answer: B. No, only people holding a valid licence may carry on private security activities

    The BSP's answer is no: you may work only once you hold a valid licence, regular or temporary.

  19. Question 19 of 25

    You hold a valid security licence from Ontario and move to Quebec. What applies?
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    Answer: B. You need a BSP licence, but your other licence may exempt you from the training

    The BSP says you must still get a Quebec licence. Section 3.1 of the training regulation exempts holders of an agent licence from another Canadian regulator from the training.

  20. Question 20 of 25

    Besides the training, which is one of the conditions in section 19 of Quebec's Private Security Act for an agent licence?
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    Answer: D. Being of good moral character

    Section 19 asks for the required training, good moral character, no related criminal conviction unless pardoned, and a minimum age of 18.

  21. Question 21 of 25

    Who may certify the back of one of the two photos sent with a Quebec agent licence application?
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    Answer: B. A respondent who is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, 18 or older, and has known you for at least one year

    The BSP asks for two identical colour passport-size photos taken within six months. If you have no such respondent, a commissioner of oaths, notary or lawyer may certify the photo.

  22. Question 22 of 25

    A Quebec agent licence lasts five years. What must you also do every year to keep it valid?
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    Answer: A. Pay the annual licence fees before the anniversary date of issue

    If the annual fees are not paid on time, the licence is suspended and you may not work in private security.

  23. Question 23 of 25

    When must you send your renewal form and documents to the BSP?
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    Answer: C. At least 45 days before the licence expires

    The BSP mails the documents about 90 days before expiry and asks for them back at least 45 days before. Late applicants must apply for a new licence.

  24. Question 24 of 25

    Your information in the BSP's register of licence holders changes. How soon must you tell the BSP?
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    Answer: D. Within 30 days after the change

    The BSP asks licence holders to report changes to register information within 30 days, and changes that may affect the licence immediately, in writing.

  25. Question 25 of 25

    Under section 4 of Quebec's standards of conduct for agent licence holders, what must a guard give the BSP and peace officers?
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    Answer: A. All reasonable assistance

    Section 4 requires reasonable assistance to the BSP and peace officers and forbids hiding or failing to pass on evidence.

What to know before the test

  • Every security guard and their immediate superior must hold a BSP agent licence of the right class. You may not work while your application is being processed.
  • To get a guarding licence, you must be at least 18, be of good moral character, have no criminal conviction related to private security (unless pardoned) and have the required training.
  • The required training is a private security guarding program of at least 70 hours, with a training certificate from a school service centre or school board. Courses recognized by the Minister also count.
  • The 70 hours are split into three modules: environment, functions, legislation and standards of conduct (30 h), emergency procedures (24 h) and CNESST-recognized workplace first aid (16 h).
  • A temporary work-study licence lets you work during the training, under the supervision of a regular licence holder. It can be granted only once and is valid for 120 days.
  • An agent licence is valid for five years, but annual fees must be paid before each anniversary date or the licence is suspended.
  • Send your renewal form and documents at least 45 days before your licence expires. If you are late, you must apply for a new licence.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a security guard licence exam in Quebec?

The BSP does not publish a provincial licence exam. The rule is that you must successfully complete the 70-hour guarding program (or get an equivalence or an accepted course) and send proof with your application. Ask your school service centre how it evaluates each module.

How long is the security guard training in Quebec?

At least 70 hours: 30 hours on environment, functions, legislation and standards of conduct, 24 hours on emergency procedures and 16 hours of workplace first aid recognized by the CNESST.

Can I work as a guard while I take the training?

Yes, with a temporary security guarding licence in a work-study program. You must show proof of registration and payment for the training, work under a regular licence holder's supervision, and you can get this licence only once.

I am licensed in another province. Do I need a Quebec licence?

Yes. You must get a licence from the BSP to work in Quebec, but a valid licence from another Canadian province may exempt you from the training.

How long is a Quebec agent licence valid?

Five years. You must also pay annual fees before each anniversary date, and send your renewal documents at least 45 days before the licence expires.

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