What we do:

The Personnel Security Screening Division ensures that all persons employed by the Department meet the Standards of reliability, trustworthiness and loyalty required by the position.

Our Policy:

• The Government of Canada Security Policy (GSP - Personnel Security Standards).
• The Manager’s Handbook on Security Screening.
• Transportation Security Clearance Program (TSCP).

Some Important Facts:

• GSP requires that in all instances security screening must be conducted prior to employment in or transfer to a position which will accord an individual access to sensitive or classified information or assets.
  
• At no time should a person be permitted access to sensitive or classified information unless he/she is in possession of the necessary reliability status or security clearance.
  
• An employee’s Reliability Status, or security clearance is updated at 5 year intervals.

To Find out More:

If you are interested in finding out more information about the Personnel Security Screening Division, please contact the Security Screening Office at :

Tel: (613) 990-5532 or Fax: (613) 990-2848
e-mail: SecurityScreeningRequests/information@tc.gc.ca