December 2025 opportunities
Canada Job Expo, Toronto, December 11, 2025
One of the most significant career events in the GTA. A strong venue to meet security companies and related employers in person.
Location: North York Memorial Hall, 5110 Yonge Street, Toronto, steps from Sheppard or North York Centre stations
Time: full-day format with sessions across roughly four hours
Cost: free admission
What to expect: direct conversations with employers, resume help desks, skills mini workshops, and on-the-spot leads.
Past participants have included public- and private-sector employers across policing, provincial services, retail, banking, telecom, logistics, and more.
More information: Canada Job Expo website
Hire Canada Job Fair and Training Expo, December 10, 2025
Virtual event focused on immediate hiring in customer service, administration, healthcare, IT, security, hospitality, warehouse, and trades.
Time: 11:00 to 15:00 EST
Cost: free
What is included: resume builder access, coaching on search strategy, and live chats with employers
Event page: Hire Canada Virtual Job Fair & Training Expo (listing) • Partner listing with registration link
JVS Toronto employment support, December 2025
Free workshops to help you convert fair visits into interviews
Resume and cover letters aligned to job postings
Interview skills practice with feedback.
AI-assisted job search techniques.
LinkedIn profile optimization
Workshop calendar and registration: JVS Toronto events calendar • Job Search Workshop for Newcomers
Security guard hiring snapshots
Toronto Blue Jays, seasonal security, 2026 season
Focused on part-time security roles at Rogers Centre for the 2026 home schedule.
Duration: February to November 2026 on event schedules
Requirements: valid Ontario Security Guard License, Smart Serve, strong customer service mindset
Responsibilities: entry screening, guest assistance, event safety
Interview fair: January 17 and 18, 2026, at Rogers Centre
Apply now through the team careers portal (
Careers | Seasonal Opportunities | Toronto Blue Jays. community posting examples: Talent.com listing, DurhamRegion coverage)
About: professional sports venue experience, predictable event shifts, strong references for future roles
Garda Security Services, multiple Ontario locations
Hiring across Hamilton, Guelph, Kitchener, Cambridge, and the Ottawa region.
Roles: government complexes, hospitals, fulfillment centers, industrial sites, museums, commercial properties
Entry-friendly: training support provided for many roles
Compensation: competitive hourly rates based on site and shift
Hydra Security, Ottawa region
Full-time and part-time hiring with training and scheduling flexibility.
Real estate and RECO path
RECO registration and CRJMC
RECO regulates real estate professionals in Ontario. A CRJMC has been required at initial registration for many years. Renewals may require one based on your history or when instructed by RECO.
Do not order a CRJMC for RECO until MyWeb instructs you during your application. Ordering too early can cause timing issues.
Ensure the document is up to date when you submit.
Example role: Associate Appraiser, Toronto
Residential appraisal firm hiring associate appraisers with training provided.
Employment: permanent full-time in the GTA
Qualifications: minimum two years of accredited post-secondary education, G class license and vehicle, ability to register with AIC as a Candidate Member, proficiency with Word and Excel
Expectations: inspections, market analysis, report preparation, client communications
Benefits: mentorship, training, remote flexibility, professional development
Target closing date: December 31, 2025
Early 2026 events to plan for
Seneca Polytechnic career fairs
Thursday, January 29, 2026, York Campus, 13:00 to 16:00
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, King Campus, 13:00 to 16:00
Thursday, February 5, 2026, Newnham Campus, 13:00 to 16:00
What to expect
Employer booths, resume reviews, coaching, roles across security, administration, real estate, and more
Correctional Service Canada recruiting
Look for CSC teams at February campus events, including Seneca Newnham on February 5, 2026.
Licensing and background checks
What is a CRJMC, and why does it matter
A Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check is a level 2 police background check used by Ontario regulators and employers. For security guard licensing, a current CRJMC is part of the Ministry of the Solicitor General's application package. For real estate, RECO requires a current CRJMC at initial registration and may need it on renewals based on your history. Make sure your CRJMC is recent. Most regulators accept a document issued within the last six months and in original digital format when applying online. Always follow the specific instructions from the regulator or employer when they invite you to submit your check. If you're in a rush or don't want to visit a police station, get your criminal check online at crjmc.net
Security guard licensing checklist
Complete ministry-compliant basic training
Hold an Emergency First Aid certificate for the initial license
Be 18 or older and legally entitled to work in Canada
Submit a CRJMC as part of your application
Maintain a valid two-year Security Guard License and renew on time
Employment outlook
Ontario has tens of thousands of security guard roles with moderate growth projected through 2026. Replacement hiring is steady as people change roles or retire
RECO registration checklist
Complete RECO-approved education
Meet integrity, financial responsibility, and legal compliance requirements.
Provide a CRJMC when prompted by RECO.
Keep your registration in good standing and be ready for additional checks if requested.
This week and next: a simple plan
December 2025
Attend the Canada Job Expo on December 11 with printed resumes and a short pitch.
If relevant, review resources from the December 10 Hire Canada virtual event.
Use JVS workshops to tune your resume and interview answers.
Before January 2026
Shortlist employers and roles in your target region
For security roles, make sure your CRJMC is current, and start license training if you are new to the industry
For real estate, compare RECO education providers and timelines
Register for Seneca fairs and map your route to each campus
Connect on LinkedIn with recruiters and hiring managers you met
January and February 2026
Attend Seneca fairs, follow up within 48 hours
Prepare for Toronto Blue Jays interviews scheduled for January 17 and 18
Apply to Garda, Hydra, and other active security employers
Track applications and send concise follow-ups
Key takeaways
December through early February is a strong hiring window for Ontario's security and real estate sectors.
Keep your CRJMC up to date and submit it in the format requested by the regulator or employer.
Meet employers in person when you can. Candidates who network at events have a higher conversion to interviews.
Align your resume to each posting and bring evidence of licenses, training, and availability.