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The Association of Chartered Loss Prevention Specialists of Canada™ is a leading professional association dedicated to advancing the profession of loss prevention practice and management in Canada. Our acronym and trade name is ChLPS Canada. Established with the goal of fostering collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and professional development, ChLPS Canada is committed to elevating the standards and expertise within the loss prevention profession.
We are a not-for-profit, member-based global professional association, based in Canada, and recognized as the foremost authority in the Loss Prevention field. We are the leading and only professional and career development organization for Loss Prevention professionals in Canada. We are federally incorporated as a not-for-profit organization in Canada.
The Association is dedicated to fostering excellence, professionalism, and integrity in the Loss Prevention industry. We champion the need for robust, scientifically grounded, and ethically driven Loss Prevention practices that protect business assets, preserve profits, prevent losses, secure the bottom line, and ensure business continuity.
ChLPS Canada offers a dynamic platform for professionals aiming to advance in the ever-evolving field of Loss Prevention. As a vital aspect of any business, Loss Prevention focuses on strategies to reduce losses from theft, fraud, and other risks that can lead to financial harm, legal issues, injuries, or worse.
We promote cutting-edge techniques to help businesses safeguard assets and boost profitability by managing preventable losses. Our goal is to equip professionals with the tools to identify risks and implement effective prevention and mitigation strategies.
Through globally recognized certifications like Chartered Loss Prevention Specialist™ (ChLPS™), Certified Loss Prevention Associate (CLPA™), and Certified Loss Prevention Officer (CLPO™), we uphold high standards of professional and ethical excellence in the industry.
At ChLPS Canada, we go beyond the traditional “guard, gate, and gun” model by promoting a deeper understanding of business operations and advanced principles in Loss Prevention Operations & Management, Corporate Security, and Asset Protection.
As a leading professional body in the field, we’re committed to setting industry standards and building a strong, supportive community. We offer opportunities for networking, mentorship, continuing education, and professional development, helping members grow at every stage of their careers.
Our dynamic platform provides certifications, memberships, and resources that support professionals—from entry-level officers to executives—in staying current with industry trends. We also advocate nationally for the interests of the loss prevention and corporate security sectors.
Our 3PSE
Value Pillars:
At the heart of our mission are five pillars that guide everything we do: These principles form our 3PSE Value Chain, providing a strategic foundation for success in any industry.
- Protect your business assets
- Preserve your business profits
- Prevent business losses
- Secure your bottom line
- Ensure business continuity
Our vision is to elevate professional excellence in loss prevention
Our mission is to foster awareness and professionalism in the loss prevention industry and to promote the art and science of loss prevention competencies, standards, and relevance in the global corporate security sector.
