At Reed Security, one of our core values is Care. We talk a lot about protecting the communities we serve, but recently, we decided to put our tools where our mouth is.

We are incredibly proud to announce the successful installation of our inaugural Community Cameras project, and the very first recipient is the truly deserving YWCA Saskatoon.

They are currently putting the finishing touches on a brand-new, 90-space childcare center located at 140 Wall Street. This facility is a much-needed extension of the amazing work they already do at their 25th Street location, and we wanted to ensure their new space was as safe and secure as possible.

Trading Our Desks for Toolbelts

To make this massive project happen, we did something unprecedented: we completely shut down the Reed Security office for the day.

Proactive. Intelligent. Uncompromising.

The Future of Site Security is Here.

When developing premium real estate, the standard for security shouldn’t just be a physical presence. It should be intelligent, seamlessly integrated, and uncompromisingly reliable. Protecting valuable assets, equipment, and timelines shouldn't feel like a cost center - it should feel like an operational advantage.

For Remai Property Group, the status quo of reactive security simply wasn't enough. They needed a solution as forward-thinking as their developments.

Enter ACTVGRD™.

The Challenge: Beyond the Perimeter

Construction sites are inherently vulnerable. At their newest development at 151 Pawlychenko Lane in Saskatoon, SK, Remai Property Group faced the same critical challenges every major developer faces.

Theft: High-value tools and essential materials are prime targets.

Vandalism: Senseless damage that causes costly delays and compromises quality.

Liability: Meeting strict Builders Risk Insurance requirements without inflating the budget.

Traditional security measures - like static cameras that only record the aftermath, or expensive physical guard patrols - leave gaps. Remai Property Group needed a system that didn't just watch, but actively protected.

The Solution: ACTVGRD™ by Reed Security

Deployed by the integration experts at Reed Security, ACTVGRD™ is more than just a camera on a pole. It is a comprehensive, live video monitoring service paired with a state-of-the-art mobile surveillance units.

It represents a paradigm shift in how we secure environments:

Always On: 24/7 continuous live monitoring ensures absolute, unbroken coverage.

Active Deterrence: It doesn't just record what happened; it anticipates and deters threats in real-time, stopping losses before they occur.

Intelligent Economics: ACTVGRD™ fully satisfies Builders Risk Insurance requirements at half the cost of traditional security guards. Better protection. Smarter investment.

The Remai Experience

When technology works this flawlessly, the results speak for themselves. Barry Remai, President of Remai Property Group, shares how ACTVGRD™ has fundamentally transformed their site operations.

"Our biggest risk is thieves who want to steal tools or materials. But even worse than that is the potential for vandalism. This was the first building we decided to go with video surveillance, and we went with Reed Security based on their reputation and the technology they brought... The key is stopping losses before they happen, not just detecting them. I think these live monitoring camera systems are the way of the future."

-Barry Remai, President, Remai Property Group

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At Reed Security, our commitment goes far beyond our daily operations. True security is about more than cameras and access control - it’s about uplifting the people around us and fostering a community where everyone can thrive.

That’s why our team recently stepped out of the office and into an icing station to volunteer for the Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign.

Someone walked up to your front door this week.

You may not have seen it.

Or you saw it too late to do anything about it.

That’s the gap.

Smarter than motion

Most cameras react to everything.

Wind. Snow. Shadows. Passing cars.

This one focuses on what matters.

• Detects people, not noise
• Sends instant alerts
• Live video from anywhere
• Two-way talk
• Clear, reliable night vision

Simple. Accurate. Immediate.

Built to just work

We install it.

We set it up.

It works the way it should - even in harsh Prairie climates. 

No guesswork. No missed moments.

Construction sites are easy targets.

They’re full of valuable tools, copper wire, equipment, and materials. Most sites also sit empty overnight and on weekends. Criminals know that. They drive by, watch for a few nights, and when nobody responds, they move in.

We’ve seen it happen many times across Saskatchewan.

The problem isn’t that sites don’t have security. Many have cameras or alarm systems. The problem is that most of those systems are passive. Cameras record what happened. Alarms send notifications after someone has already broken in.

By the time anyone reacts, the theft or damage is already done.

Why Construction Sites Are Targeted

Construction sites attract thieves for a few simple reasons:

⬢ Valuable tools and equipment left on site

⬢ Copper wire, fuel, and building materials that are easy to resell

⬢ Limited lighting or security overnight

⬢ No one present after work hours

Even when cameras are visible, criminals often assume nobody is actually watching.

Unfortunately, they’re usually right.

The Problem With Traditional Security

Most construction sites rely on one of three things:

Security cameras

These help after the fact. They provide evidence but rarely stop the crime.

Alarm systems

Alarms trigger once someone has already entered the site. Many thefts happen in minutes.

Security guards

Guards can work, but they are expensive and difficult to staff consistently. Coverage gaps are common.

For many projects, none of these options provide reliable protection.