Municipalities are under growing pressure to deliver services that are not only accurate, but easy to access. The challenge most cities face today is not a lack of information—it is that residents struggle to find what they need quickly and …

Across Canada, municipalities continue to invest in physical security risk assessments, audits, and technical reviews. These exercises are valuable. They identify vulnerabilities, document risks, and often produce well-reasoned recommendations that help organizations understand where their security posture is exposed or …

With a plethora of technology tools available in today’s marketplace, municipal staff have the challenge of sifting through the offerings and determining which tools offer the most in terms of productivity and attaining the goals and objectives set out by …

In an environment where security is often discussed in absolutes, more technology, more controls, more urgency. 2025 reinforced a quieter but more important truth: effective security is not about volume or visibility. It is about judgment.   Over the past …

Municipal Tax Certificates are an essential part of any real estate transaction, providing to both the buyer and the seller a guarantee of the property’s tax status, ensuring that all arrears and municipal charges have been addressed prior to closing …

Dye & Durham Limited is pleased to announce the launch of Tax Certificates Online (“TCOL”) for the City of Hamilton. TCOL is a secure, reliable online portal for ordering Property Tax Certificates, making it faster and simpler for legal and …

Across Canada, many municipalities still rely on traditional copper service lines or early-generation plastic piping for their water service connections. While these legacy systems have served communities for decades, they come with limitations: corrosion, costly repairs, reduced flow over time, …

Over the years, we’ve explored numerous critical areas of security and risk management together, diving deep into topics that shape the resilience and safety of our organizations. We’ve engaged many members with thoughtful discussions on Physical Security Trends and Predictions, …

Outdoor area lighting has long been plagued by a seemingly simple problem. Users want efficiency, comfort AND control, all in the same luminaire. But choosing any two can compromise the third. Until now. Outdoor area lighting has long been plagued …

As 2024 comes to a close, it is crucial to reflect on the lessons learned, challenges faced, and advancements made in the field of physical security. This year saw significant shifts in the way organizations, governments, and individuals perceive and …