Alberta Alarm Permits and Security Companies

Calgary

In Calgary the homeowner/resident with the system is required to contact the Calgary Police Department to register their alarm.

• It is free to register your alarm
• False alarm fee of $75.00, multiple false alarms can result in a suspension
• Fines can reach a staggering amount up to $10,000!
• 2 Key holders are required for each alarm permit
• Calgary Alarm permit application

Edmonton

• Each alarm holder needs to register with the Police Department
• Non expiring permit is $30,  this is non-transferable
• False alarm fine is $75
• Police only attend alarms that have been verified,  an incident must be confirmed before responding

Red Deer

• All alarms must be registered with the City.
• Residential permits are $25
• Audible alarms must shut off after 15 minutes
• $20 fines for false alarms

Medicine Hat

Medicine Hat’s bylaws are geared towards reducing the number of false alarms tying up valuable police time.

• All security systems must be registered with the city
• Alarm permit form (PDF)
• Fines can be issued for false alarms
• All homeowners should confirm a burglary or incident before contacting the police.  This is generally done in coordination with the alarm monitoring company.