--- title: Verified Educational Facility Security Solutions | Sonitrol Canada description: Schools, colleges, and universities are vulnerable to criminal activity. Sonitrol’s verified education security solutions will protect your site 24/7. --- ![book-light (2)](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/hubfs/2024%20Website/Images/book-light%20(2).svg) ![book-light (2)](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/hubfs/2024%20Website/Images/book-light%20(2).svg) Free eBook: Learn What The Competition Isn't Telling You About Commercial Security Systems #### There are lots of problems with conventional, commercial security alarm systems that you need to know about. Become a more informed security system buyer, as this guide explains in detail why conventional alarms are ineffective and could make your business vulnerable to theft and robbery. 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For more than 50 years, Sonitrol has been providing comprehensive security systems for the educational community, becoming one of the largest providers of security systems to schools in North America. ### Your Education Facility Deserves an Integrated Security System That Works Our security systems limit unauthorized access to more than 12,000 USA institutions of learning during, and after school hours. Sonitrol is able to assess any vulnerabilities your institution may have, then provide a complete education security system to protect your facilities - as well as the students, faculty and staff inside them. We are the first choice of educators because they know that Sonitrol means: - [Fully integrated protection against fire, theft, vandalism and intrusion](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/best-security-solutions-for-all-types-of-business) - Fast police response (less than 3.5 minutes) - Lower false alarms - Consistently high rate of apprehension(187,000 apprehensions and counting) - Sonitrol sits on the honour role in every category: [24/7 monitoring](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/central-video-cctv-audio-monitoring), [audio intrusion detection](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/burglar-intrusion-detection-systems), [managed access control](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/keyless-access-managed-access-control-office-building-security), [fire detection](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/fire-alarm-monitoring-smoke-and-heat-detectors-sprinkler-monitors), and [CCTV video surveillance](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/video-cctv-camera-surveillance-monitoring). ![Verified Security for Education](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2024%20Website/Images/educational-1.jpg?width=853&height=853&name=educational-1.jpg) ## Our Security Technology ![Intrusion - icon](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2024%20Website/Images/Icons/Intrusion%20-%20icon.png?width=50&height=50&name=Intrusion%20-%20icon.png) ###### Audio Intrusion One of the most powerful tools to add to your security system. [Learn More](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/audio-intrusion-security) ![CCTV Camera - Icon](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2024%20Website/Images/Icons/CCTV%20Camera%20-%20Icon.png?width=50&height=50&name=CCTV%20Camera%20-%20Icon.png) ###### Video Surveillance SonaVision increases security without staff. [Learn More](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/video-surveillance-solutions) ![controlled access - icon](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2024%20Website/Images/Icons/controlled%20access%20-%20icon.png?width=50&height=50&name=controlled%20access%20-%20icon.png) ###### Access Control Fully expandable access control solutions. 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[Learn More](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/fire-alarm-monitoring) ## Why Sonitrol is the Best Security Solution for Schools, Colleges and Universities in Western Canada [Educational Institution Security Information Sheet](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/hubfs/Sonitrol_Download_Documents/ProtectYourSchool.pdf) - Our Sonitrol Educational Institution Security Solution, doesn't just record break-ins and theft, verified alarms mean we also immediately alert the police and they will respond to catch the intruders on average in just 3.5 minutes! - We’ve helped police apprehend more than 187,000 criminals across North America, meaning criminals know not to break into Sonitrol protected facilities. - Reduce wasted police resources. All other alarms have a false alarm rate of 98%, compared with just 3% for Sonitrol technology. - Our unique SonaVision verified video solution, monitors the perimeter and interior of the educational facility and is activated by highly sensitive motion and heat controls to detect thieves and vandals. - Our verified educational institution security solution is better than having expensive guards, who can sleep through the night or even leave the site, so we have developed programmable video guard tours - which means no trips on detection. - We can give video access for your own supervision (WCB compliant), so you can record and watch all activities. ## We’re Proud to Serve Educational Institutions Across North America Our sales, installation, service, and dependability all combine to provide you with the best long term security solutions available. - We have served educational institutions for more than 50 years. - We have a program specifically tailored to meet the unique needs of educational institutions. - We implement technology and services that are not available anywhere else, built around our proprietary [verified audio and video detection process](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/integrated-security-technology-for-commercial-security-alarms) and backed by a team of installation, service and monitoring professionals. - Sonitrol Western Canada offers strong local support, regionalized management teams (Vancouver, Edmonton and Calgary), knowledge and resources to get the job done right. - Sonitrol is the third largest commercial security provider in North America — and the verified leader in electronic security. ![Educational verified security](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2024%20Website/Images/educational-grounds%20(1).jpg?width=1200&height=1200&name=educational-grounds%20(1).jpg) ## Listen to Sonitrol Audio Clips From Educational Institutions [Listen to More Criminal Captures](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/audio-clips) ![sonitrol-guide](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2024%20Website/Images/sonitrol-guide.png?width=219&height=200&name=sonitrol-guide.png) ##### Learn What the Competition Isn't Telling You About Commercial Security Systems Become a more informed security system buyer, as this guide explains in detail why all other alarms are ineffective, and makes your business vulnerable to theft and robbery. [Download Guide](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/25-misconceptions-about-commercial-alarm-systems-and-problems-with-conventional-cctv-alarms) ## Educational Client Testimonials Read real-life experiences and satisfaction with Sonitrol’s verified video security and monitoring services. "After having tried others, Sonitrol has been the perfect blend of technology and reliable service to suit our security needs."  ###### Tim E. Tomazin Director of Buildings & Grounds, C.C.S.D. 89 (School) "I just wanted to let you know how much we’re enjoying our new security system. The clarity on the cameras is excellent, and the entire staff has commented on the ease and operation of the entire system. Your people were a pleasure to deal with. The entire process, from sales to installation, was a pleasure"  ###### Diane McHugh Regional Center Supervisor, College of DuPage [Read more testimonials](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/feedback) ## Why Educational Institutions Choose Sonitrol! Sonitrol’s verified education security solutions are the leading technology for schools, colleges and universities looking to secure their site and protect their students and staff members. Here are four key reasons why we stand head and shoulders above our competitors. ![shield-check-light](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/hubfs/2024%20Website/Images/shield-check-light.svg) ###### Industry Expertise You need someone you can trust to get the job done right - on time and on budget - we understand demanding schedules, and getting the job done on your schedule not ours. ![shield-check-light](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/hubfs/2024%20Website/Images/shield-check-light.svg) ###### Innovative Technology [Sonitrol’s state-of-the-art audio detection technology](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/security-technology) is superior to anything on the market today. Complemented with video, fire protection, and managed access control, Sonitrol can offer a full suite of security protection. ![shield-check-light](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/hubfs/2024%20Website/Images/shield-check-light.svg) ###### Proven Results No one can match Sonitrol’s results; the numbers speak for themselves. Criminals apprehended using Sonitrol technology: 187,000 and climbing! ![shield-check-light](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/hubfs/2024%20Website/Images/shield-check-light.svg) ###### Our Unmatched Guarantee We provide our customers with leading edge technology and quality service backed by our unique Commitment to Service. It's something unverified alarm companies simply cannot guarantee! [Free Security Plan](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/free-commercial-security-plan-for-your-business-is-your-cctv-system-working-and-is-your-business-secure)