The term 'Security' refers to the protection against danger, damage, loss and criminal activity. In Ontario, Security Services are provided by security firms and proprietary security departments that practice the “detect, deter, observe and report" methodology. Security officers are not required to make arrests, but have the authority to make a citizen's arrest, or act as an agent of law enforcement at the request of a police officer, sheriff, and others. A security officer’s primary duty is the prevention and deterrence of crime. Security officers are often trained to perform arrest and control procedures like handcuffing and restraints, operate emergency equipment, perform first aid, etc.

Water, Water Everywhere … Part II

By:  Lee Ann Rush                                                     The topic is water; specifically, its availability to the public in light of Nestle CEO Peter Brabeck’s recent megalomaniacal assertion that people should only have access to water if they pay for it.  In a world where water shortages are reason for concern as demand begins to exceed supply, Brabeck’s plan..