Reed Security is offering a $5,000 Community Camera Grant to help local community organizations improve safety. The selected organization will receive professionally installed security cameras. Applications are open until March 31st, 2026.

Community spaces often operate with limited budgets while serving the people who rely on them most. This grant is designed to help protect facilities, volunteers, and visitors without adding financial strain.

Who Should Apply

• Community centres
• Non-profit organizations
• Youth sports and recreation facilities
• Cultural or public gathering spaces

Municipalities, schools, and non-profits across Saskatchewan are encouraged to apply.

What the Grant Includes

• Pre-loved security camera equipment valued up to $5,000
• Professional installation by Reed Security

Meet the Only Camera That Fights Back

Most cameras record.

Some cameras alert.

This one intervenes.

Reed Security is proud to introduce the new Alarm.com AI Floodlight Camera - the most advanced outdoor security device we’ve ever installed. And it’s only available with professional installation by our expert team.

This isn’t your average motion light or driveway cam.

It’s a smart deterrent system built for one purpose:   

To stop crime before it happens.

The #1 Way to Protect Vehicles in Your Driveway

If you’ve ever had your car broken into or know someone who has, you know how frustrating it is. Cameras might catch a grainy image after the fact - but by then, the damage is done.

Our AI Floodlight Camera is different.

✅ It detects people loitering near your vehicle

✅ It triggers 3,000 lumens of blinding LED light

✅ It activates flashing red and blue strobes, just like a police cruiser

✅ It plays a loud siren to scare off criminals

✅ You can talk to the person live via two-way audio

✅ You get a smart alert on your phone in real-time

No other camera on the market responds like this.

High-Performance Tech, Professionally Installed by Reed Security

This isn’t a DIY product. It’s a pro-grade security solution designed to work with your existing Alarm.com smart system - and it’s available at Reed Security and our authorized dealers.

We’ll come to your home or business, install it properly, and set it up to:

• Record 24/7 or based on smart motion triggers
• Save encrypted footage locally (with microSD) or in the cloud
• Integrate with your smart home devices (locks, lights, garage, etc.)

💡 Light Up Your Property. Scare Off Intruders. Sleep Better.

Whether you’re protecting your family, your vehicle, or your tools and gear, the Alarm.com AI Floodlight Camera gives you the upper hand.

Perfect for:

• Driveways
• Backyards
• Side yards
• Garages and sheds
• Business loading areas or parking lots

Want to See It in Action?

Call us 306.653.3200 or book a free security evaluation. We’ll show you how the AI Floodlight Camera works - and how it can help protect what matters most.

Protect your front door

Our Smart Doorbell Camera features AI detection that distinguishes people and package deliveries from false alerts.

With full HD video resolution (1140 x 1920), a wide 150° x 115° field of view, and IR NightVision it captures clear footage day and night.

Plus, two-way talk will help you stay in control of your doorstep from anywhere.

Performs reliably in cold temperatures. 

When Acadia Group of Companies broke ground on their state‑of‑the‑art building at 120 Prospect Road in Saskatoon’s BizHub Industrial Park, they knew their security needed to keep pace with growth.

To meet this challenge, Acadia Group of Companies partnered with Reed Security to deploy a unified security solution - combining smart alarms, access control, and video surveillance into one intuitive platform.

Project Overview

Client: Acadia Group of Companies

Location: 120 Prospect Road, BizHub Industrial Park, Saskatoon

Scope: Smart alarm, access control, and video surveillance, all managed via Alarm.com

Objectives:

- Seamless integration of alarms, cameras, and door/gate control

- Centralized management via desktop and mobile

- Easily manage security for 150+ employees

- Scalable platform to support future expansion

Our Solution

1. Smart Alarm System

   - Door sensors and smart motion detectors

   - Real‑time alerts via desktop and mobile app

   - Remote arm/disarm functionality for added convenience

2. Access Control

   - Electronic door locks and gate control using smartphones

   - Customizable user profiles and schedules for yard, shop, and office areas

   - Comprehensive audit trail of every entry and exit

3. Video Surveillance

   - High‑definition cameras covering all access points and critical zones

   - AI person and vehicle detection

   - Continuous recording with secure cloud backup

   - Instant playback and clip sharing through Alarm.com

With Alarm.com's unified interface, Acadia’s facility managers can monitor alarms, manage access, and review video footage - all from a single dashboard.

About Acadia Group of Companies

The Acadia Group of Companies, founded in 1982, is a Saskatchewan‑owned and operated family of construction firms delivering turnkey solutions for large‑scale, complex projects. It encompasses Acadia Construction Inc., Acadia Paving Ltd., Acadia Pumping & Dewatering Ltd., and Integrated Engineering Inc., bringing together expertise in earthwork & civil infrastructure, civil engineering, mining & industrial, railway, environmental remediation, paving, concrete, fluid handling, and water resources. With over 150 skilled professionals, Acadia is dedicated to excellence, safety, and community engagement - values that made them a perfect partner for this project. Learn more at acadiagrp.ca.

How Acadia Leverages Alarm.com

User Management: Quickly add, modify, or remove access for up to 150 employees - no more physical keys. New smartphones simply require new mobile credentials.  

Zone‑Specific Permissions: Define access levels for yard gates, the shop floor, and the office with tailored schedules.  

After‑Hours Monitoring: The system auto‑arms every evening at a specified time, sends confirmation when armed, and alerts on any non‑typical activity - like an HVAC service door opening at 5:10 AM or unexpected entry at 8:56 PM.  

Video Verification: Link alarms to live camera feeds to verify incidents remotely. If a false alarm occurs, Jason can disarm the system and clear the event from his phone within seconds.  

Remote Control: Arm or disarm the system and unlock doors via the Alarm.com mobile app to ensure authorized personnel can enter without delay.

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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.”