About Us
Creegonquin K9 & Security Services
Creegonquin is an Indigenous-owned security company serving First Nation communities, organizations, and businesses across Northern Ontario.
We combine professional security services with strong local knowledge, focusing on prevention, presence, and respect. We are observe and report — focused on safety, not confrontation.


About Creegonquin
Creegonquin is a community-focused security and K9 detection service proudly serving the James Bay and Northern Ontario region. Our team brings years of combined experience in law enforcement, security, emergency response, and community safety planning.
Community Safety Planning
Working directly with Band leadership to build structured, long-term safety strategies.
K9 Drug & Alcohol Detection
Certified K9 detection addressing the rise of illegal substances entering remote northern communities.
Local Partnerships
Collaborating with First Nation leadership, agencies, and organizations to support community well-being.
Education & Prevention
Delivering youth and community programs that build awareness and support healthier choices.
Our Services
K9 Drug Detection
Professional K9 teams trained to detect illegal substances in a range of environments.
  • Site and workplace sweeps
  • Pre-access screening
  • Event and community support
We also support community awareness and education around drug detection and safety. Experience includes winter roads, airports, festivals, and sweeps of stores and post offices.
Security Guard Services
Reliable on-site security focused on safety, visibility, and reporting.
  • Access control and site monitoring
  • Foot patrols
  • Visitor and contractor management
  • Incident reporting
Our Team
Meet the People Behind Creegonquin
Our strength comes from a team that combines professional expertise with genuine community connection. Every member brings lived experience in northern Ontario and a shared commitment to community safety and well-being.
Betty Crawford
Owner — Member of Attawapiskat First Nation. Focused on community safety and strengthening relationships between organizations and local leadership.
Randy Pesendiwatch (Cota)
Co-Owner & K9 Handler — Retired OPP Sergeant with 30+ years in drug enforcement and community policing across Northern Ontario.
Our K9 Team
Meet K9 Team- Radar & Ace
Our certified detection dogs are the heart of our K9 program — professionally trained, calm around the public, and highly effective in the field.
Radar — Belgian Malinois
Trained and certified in Canada and the United States to detect multiple narcotics. Radar is highly skilled at locating drug scents while remaining calm and safe around the public and during youth demonstrations.
Ace — German Shepard
Specializing in vehicle and facility searches for drugs and alcohol. Ace plays a key role in helping communities and organizations maintain safe, drug-free environments.
Join Our Team
Work With Creegonquin K9 & Security
We're building a reliable team of security professionals who take pride in their work and respect the communities they serve. If you're dependable, professional, and comfortable working in Northern environments, we want to hear from you.
Who We're Looking For
Licensed Security Guards (Ontario licence required), strong communication and observation skills, reliable and respectful, comfortable in remote or Northern communities.
Our Approach
Observe and report. Communicate clearly. De-escalate when possible. Act with professionalism and respect. We focus on presence and prevention, not confrontation.
Requirements
Valid Ontario Security Guard Licence, First Aid & CPR (or willingness to obtain), ability to pass a background check.
How to Apply
Send your resume and proof of licence to: creegonquink9@outlook.com — Include your availability, location, and experience.
Not Licensed Yet?
Start Your Security Career With Us
You don't need to be licensed to reach out. If you're interested in working in security, we can help guide you.
Getting Started
Complete security guard training (40 hours), pass the provincial exam, apply for your Ontario Security Guard Licence.
We Can Help
We connect people with training opportunities, programs that may cover costs, and steps to get job-ready.
Next Step
Email us to get started: creegonquink9@outlook.com — We'll help you understand your options.
Why Work With Creegonquin
We believe strong communities are built through partnership, respect, and shared responsibility for safety. Here is what sets Creegonquin apart.
Indigenous-Owned
Proudly rooted in northern Ontario First Nation communities.
Local Knowledge
Deep understanding of the unique challenges facing remote northern communities.
Certified K9 Services
Professionally trained detection dogs certified in Canada and the U.S.
Prevention-Focused
Committed to long-term community health, not just enforcement.
Contact Us
Reliable security starts with a conversation.
Reach out — we welcome conversations with First Nation leadership, community safety coordinators, and local organizations across Northern Ontario. We understand the realities of working in Northern and remote communities.
Our team responds promptly and works with you to find practical, effective solutions.
Need security support?
📞 Phone: 705-336-3006
📞 Alternate: 613-305-3006
📍 Branch Office:
41 Veterans Road, Moosonee, Ontario (Primary administrative and mailing address)
📍 Head Office:
12 Rapids Road, Attawapiskat, Ontario (Address used for operational presence within the service region)
Serving Northern Ontario
Creegonquin K9 & Security Services operate across the James Bay region and throughout Northern Ontario, supporting First Nation communities, organizations, and project sites.
We are available for:
  • Site security planning
  • K9 detection services
  • Community safety support
Creegonquin GP Inc. operating name is Creegonquin K9 & Security. We are a licensed security services operating under Ontario regulations.
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Creegonquin K9 & Security Services
Serving Northern Ontario and surrounding regions
Creegonquin provides licensed security services in accordance with Ontario regulations.
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