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STAR PHOENIX INTERVIEWS REED SECURITY ABOUT BREAK-IN'S

9. Jan 2025 Reed Security Access Control, Feature, News, ReedHD™ Security Cameras

Brody Langager

Saskatoon StarPhoenix

Published Jan 9, 2025

Concerns about break-ins at homes and businesses are circulating online as Saskatchewan’s cold winter weather coincides with a homelessness crisis.

The province’s two largest cities don’t have the capacity to house everyone who lacks permanent shelter. Saskatoon recently reported a count of almost 1,500 people experiencing homelessness, while Regina reported at least 824.

Crime maps published by the Saskatoon Police Service and the Regina Police Service show break and enters to residential and non-residential properties in every neighbourhood.

Virgil Reed, owner and CEO of Reed Security, said cold weather increases the number of break-ins at multi-unit homes, businesses and unoccupied buildings.

“Often, it’s homeless people looking for a place to stay warm and a place to sleep,” Reed said.

Unlocked vestibules are the preferred location during late night and early morning hours, he noted.

Another method of entry is “tailgating” — an intruder following an unsuspecting tenant into a property through a main entrance or parking garage.

Reed said the company has seen an increase in demand for keyless entry systems and video surveillance with artificial intelligence.

“Access control systems restrict access to the property and require a credential such as a keytag or a smartphone to unlock a door. This limits the opportunity for unwanted visitors.”

Security cameras with AI can recognize trespassers, identify what a person is wearing and ask intruders to leave directly from the camera.

Reed said reducing property crime comes down to common sense and creating awareness.

“Always make sure your doors are locked — including vehicles. Ensure adequate lighting in parking lots, stairwells and entry points. Evaluate the security measures at your property annually and proactively implement the latest crime reduction technology.”

Based on statistical data, Saskatoon Police said break-ins don’t necessarily trend with the weather, noting the peak of break and enter crimes reported in 2024 was in August, while the highest number reported in 2023 was in May.

However, the force noted that break-ins to common areas of apartment buildings could be recorded as suspicious persons reports — which are common and can represent a variety of incidents.

In the case of a break-in to a parking garage, vehicles can often be the target, and sometimes only one of those incidents gets reported to police.

If someone got into a private building only to escape the cold outside, there likely wouldn’t be an associated charge unless there was a criminal offence, Saskatoon police noted in a statement.

“If the person is open to it, we can and would refer them to other supports. We recognize the uneasiness that might come from seeing someone unfamiliar in an apartment building, and we would encourage people to report suspicious persons if they have concerns.”

WIN FREE PASSES TO THE 2024 BHP ENCHANTED FOREST!

25. Nov 2024 Reed Security Community, Feature

Reed Security is giving away 100 passes to the BHP Enchanted Forest, one of Saskatchewan’s most beloved holiday light tours.

It’s our way of supporting our community and thanking our clients for trusting us to keep your home and business safe!

How to enter the draw

1. You get one ballot when you send us your name, phone number and address of the property that Reed Security protects.

2. You get a bonus ballot when you send us a TESTIMONIAL we can use to impress others 😊

Click here to enter the draw

Draw Date: December 5th, 2024

Winners list will be published and passes will be available for pick up shortly after.

Good Luck and Thank You for Supporting Local!

#HappyHolidays #ReedSecurity #BHPEnchantedForest

MARTENSVILLE CANADIAN TIRE GETS PROTECTED BY REED SECURITY

8. Nov 2024 Reed Security Feature, Projects, ReedHD™ Security Cameras, Testimonials

Congratulations!

Congratulations to Lindsay Ullathorne and team on the grand re-opening of Canadian Tire 912 in Martensville, SK!

With 50,000 square feet of retail space and over 50,000 products, Canadian Tire is your home for all the everyday things that help you work, play and live better.

Project goals and requirements

For a retail location like Canadian Tire, security isn’t just about protecting assets; it’s about peace of mind and maintaining a safe, welcoming environment. Lindsay Ullathorne, the owner, had two primary objectives in mind:

1. Increase Deterrence: Visible security measures act as a powerful deterrent, discouraging potential thieves from attempting any unauthorized activity.

2. Reduce Losses Due to Theft: Effective video surveillance allows for immediate investigation and response to any suspicious activities, ultimately reducing the financial impact of losses.

ReedHD™ video surveillance

To meet Canadian Tire's needs, we installed a comprehensive video surveillance system designed for both wide coverage and detailed monitoring. Here’s an overview of the equipment and technology we implemented:

90+ High-Definition Security Cameras: Strategically positioned both indoors and outdoors, these high-definition cameras provide crystal-clear imaging day and night. Whether monitoring the aisles, entrances, or parking lot, these cameras offer complete visibility, leaving no blind spots.

Network Video Recorder (NVR) with 30-60 Days of Storage: This powerful NVR offers extended video retention, ensuring footage is available for review weeks after an incident. From theft prevention to employee safety, this extended storage feature is invaluable for ongoing security.

Desktop and Smartphone Apps: Both desktop and smartphone apps allow Lindsay and her team to monitor live feeds and playback past footage. This mobile functionality ensures they can keep an eye on the store anytime, anywhere, reinforcing security even when they’re off-site.

Testimonial

At Reed Security, we pride ourselves on a seamless installation process that prioritizes customer satisfaction. Here’s what Lindsay Ullathorne, the owner of Canadian Tire 912, had to say about the experience:

“Our Account Executive Geoff was professional, informative, and clear with his communication. Our Techs Ty and Brendan were friendly, paid attention to detail, and were tidy. Overall, Reed Security made things easy and would recommend them to others.”

-Lindsay Ullathorne, Dealer, Canadian Tire 912

Reed Security is dedicated to providing customized security solutions that meet the unique needs of every client. With a team of professionals who prioritize clear communication, friendly service, and attention to detail, we aim to make the installation process simple and effective.

Get a free quote

If you’re looking to enhance security at your location, don’t hesitate to reach out to Reed Security for a free quote. Our solutions are designed to give you peace of mind, minimize losses, and make your business a safer place for everyone.

inquire by email: sales@reedsecurity.ca

inquire by phone: 306.653.3200 or 1.844.384.7233

POLICE AND REED SHARE 8 WAYS TO IMMEDIATELY COMBAT THEFT

10. Feb 2023 Reed Security Feature

Reed Security’s design and installation teams recently met with the Saskatoon Police Service Break & Enter Unit. Thank you Det. Cst. Carter #574 and Det. Cst. Lorette #552 for collaborating with Reed to combat crime.

POLICE & REED SHARE 8 WAYS TO COMBAT THEFT:

1. Video surveillance is the number one security tool the Police use when investigating a crime. Unfortunately, most security cameras are not mounted in locations that can help. A security camera mounted high up in the air overlooking the front of a building is great to partially identify a vehicle and markings, but would be difficult to identify a suspect from so far away.

Instead, mount cameras at Face Level approximately 5 feet from the ground to record the suspects face. Helpful locations for Face Level cameras are entrances. Dome cameras, height strip cameras or other hidden cameras are helpful.

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2. Many break-in’s occur in the middle of the night when lighting is poor. Cameras with Infrared Illuminators (IR Nightvision) can see in the dark, but cause a ghosting effect when aimed at a person or license plate. Instead, ensure you have proper lighting at night or install REEDHD™ ColorVu cameras that see in color 24/7.

Note: Recording license plates helps, but license plates are often stolen or the suspect is driving a stolen vehicle.

3. Deter crime before it happens by display warning signage that you have security cameras at your location. Large dogs are also a great deterrent. Most break in's occur when you are away from the premises - so make it look like you are there with proper lighting.

4. When you watch TV do you have the audio muted? Video only tells part of the story. Doorbell cameras and select REEDHD™ cameras have built-in microphones. The Police can listen for names or other clues to identify suspects. Recording audio is legal in Saskatchewan and there are published guidelines to protect privacy in public buildings.

5. Another problem the Police run into is not enough storage on the local NVR recording device. 7-10 days isn’t enough. Minimum 30 days storage is recommended. This can be accomplished by adding hard drives to the network video recorder (NVR), reducing the frames per second, reducing the image quality and recording on motion instead of continuously. Always use surveillance grade hard drives or SD cards. Reed Security has a storage and network calculator that approximates how long you can record for before video is recycled.

6. You can stop crime before it happens with Reed’s Virtual Guard Service. Our guards watch over cameras in real time to catch events as they happen. Intruders are identified, informed they are trespassing via loud speaker and asked to leave immediately. If they don’t leave we dispatch the Police immediately. Visually verified alarms receive the fastest Police response.

7. If you have experienced a break-in, ensure the area is left untouched so the Police can collect fingerprints. Ensure you communicate this to your staff and cleaners. Serial #’s are required to recover stolen goods – so make sure you document them.

8. When archiving an incident for the Police onto a USB stick, make sure you include a Video Player that can play exported video clips. Common video players are VSPlayer and VLCPlayer. If you have a REEDHD™ bundle we take care of this for you and archive the incident directly to cloud storage. The Police can access video directly from our cloud.

Contact REED today for a FREE QUOTE for your Home or Business.

306.653.3200 or 1.844.384.7233

www.reedsecurity.com

WIN FREE PASSES TO THE 2022 BHP ENCHANTED FOREST HOLIDAY LIGHT TOUR!

21. Nov 2022 Reed Security Community, Feature

It was an honor to attend the BHP Enchanted Forest Holiday Light tour opening ceremonies.

Reed Security is invested in our community and prioritizes giving back locally.

We sponsored the newest light display and the 2022 theme "I'll Be Home for Christmas".

To spread the holiday spirit amongst our clients we have a draw for vehicle passes. Odds are 1 in 4.

HOW TO ENTER THE DRAW FOR PASSES:

1. You get one ballot when you send us your name, phone number and address of the property that Reed Security is protecting.

2. You get a bonus ballot when you send us a TESTIMONIAL we can use to impress others 😊

CLICK HERE TO ENTER THE DRAW

Draw Date: December 1st, 2022.

Passes will be mailed shortly after.

Good Luck and Thank You for Supporting Local!

***WINNERS ANNOUNCED***

Thank you to everyone who entered the draw and provided testimonials.

We really appreciate your praise!

Passes were mailed December 2nd, 2022.

And the winners are...

Dale Evacheski, Saskatoon

Darrell Drozd, Saskatoon

Fred Kwan

Terisse Chartrand, Saskatoon

James Zwack, Saskatoon

Gary Maximuik, Saskatoon

Rebecca Uzelman, Saskatoon

Rosalind Arndt

Deb Quayle

Krystal Adamus-Lessard, Saskatoon

Craig Skaros, Saskatoon

Brian, Wallace, Saskatoon

Budi Ghani, Saskatoon

Bob Climenhaga, Saskatoon

Marj Rak, Saskatoon

Karen Miner, Saskatoon

John Semko, Saskatoon

Matt Loewen

Mike Bartsch, Saskatoon

Paul Feraro, Saskatoon

Georgette Scherr, Saskatoon

Janice Wilkinson, Saskatoon

RM of Corman Park

Jaret Nelson, Prince Albert

Loren Sproat, Prince Albert

Trent & Michelle Edmonds, Saskatoon

Joe Kowbel, Saskatoon

Jay Chilliak, Saskatoon

Justin Coulson, Saskatoon

Tracey Rochon, Saskatoon

Dustin Hanson, Saskatoon

Phil Carverhill, Saskatoon

Matthew Bochek, Saskatoon

George Wasyliw

Greg & Deena Shyluk, Saskatoon

Eleanor Ladham, Saskatoon

Shayne Hardy, Prince Albert

Jennifer Draper, Saskatoon

Ken & Gwen Dueck, Saskatoon

Linda Boyer, Prince Albert

Brandy Ross, Saskatoon

Jenny Bone, Smeaton

Kayla Shirley, Saskatoon

Lisa Lybbert, Rosthern

Angela Gardiner, Saskatoon

Candace Leuschen

Dana Shynkaruk, Dalmeny

Claire Mascho, Saskatoon

Gary Maximuik, Saskatoon

Sandro Bagsik, Saskatoon

St. Louis Parish

Patti Cunningham

Judy Mitchell, Saskatoon

Arnie & Brenda Berg, Saskatoon

Ian Hayes, Saskatoon

Lauren Leshchyshyn, Saskatoon

Catherine Steier, Saskatoon

Kenny Helgeson, Saskatoon

Leah Moxley-Teigrob, Saskatoon

Traci LaRose, Saskatoon

Harry VanLeusden, Saskatoon

Dean Trott, Saskatoon

Ken Malenfant

Ron Luthi, Saskatoon

Shawn Letkeman, Saskatoon

Shannon Hosegood, Saskatoon

Rev. Amy Bunce, Saskatoon

Sonia Chrusch, Saskatoon

Lorea Eufemia, Saskatoon

Diana Maclean, Saskatoon

Dale Evacheski, Saskatoon

Rosalind Arndt, Saskatoon

Linda Alberts

Desiree Hubbs, Saskatoon

Surajith Wanasundara, Saskatoon

Jeannine Zolinski, Saskatoon

Chelsa Wolfe, Prince Albert

Ron & Sylvia, Meakin

Roberta Palen, Saskatoon

Lilian Fehr, Saskatoon

Denis Rasmussen, Saskatoon

Joanne Ridley, Saskatoon

Jenna-Rae Zulyniak, Saskatoon

Cam Lipinski

Ken & Gwen Dueck, Saskatoon

Curtis Trumier, Saskatoon

Jessica Yaworski, Saskatoon

Milton Thulien, Saskatoon

Mary-Lou Hazelwood, Saskatoon

Rhonda Laing, Saskatoon

Shirley Isbister, Saskatoon

Adam Elliott, Delisle

Trisha Girard, Saskatoon

Heather Henderson, Shell Lake

Anita & Flynn Skot, Corman Park

Todd Agen, Saskatoon

Erin & Kent Sackmann, Saskatoon

Cindy Parker, Warman

Terry Williams, Saskatoon

Lois Forrest, Saskatoon

Susan Thompson, Saskatoon

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STAR PHOENIX INTERVIEWS REED SECURITY ABOUT BREAK-IN'S

WIN FREE PASSES TO THE 2024 BHP ENCHANTED FOREST!

MARTENSVILLE CANADIAN TIRE GETS PROTECTED BY REED SECURITY

POLICE AND REED SHARE 8 WAYS TO IMMEDIATELY COMBAT THEFT

WIN FREE PASSES TO THE 2022 BHP ENCHANTED FOREST HOLIDAY LIGHT TOUR!

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