How much does a bodyguard cost in Quebec? Pricing explained
What close protection actually costs in Quebec, what drives the price of hiring a bodyguard, and how to budget for an executive-protection detail.
December 1, 2025
One of the first questions clients ask is simple: how much does a bodyguard cost? The honest answer is that close-protection pricing depends on risk, hours and the size of the detail — but you can budget intelligently once you understand the variables.
What drives the cost of a bodyguard
Several factors move the price up or down:\n\n- Threat level and whether advance work is required\n- Number of officers and hours of coverage per day\n- Armed vs. unarmed, and any secure-transport or driver needs\n- Travel, overnight or live-in requirements\n- How specialised the principal’s profile is
Typical engagement models
Most providers price close protection in one of three ways:\n\n- Hourly or per-shift rates for short, defined assignments\n- Daily rates for events, court dates or trips\n- Monthly retainers for ongoing or full-time coverage\n\nMinimum booking windows are standard, because mobilising a trained officer carries a fixed cost regardless of duration.
Getting an accurate quote
A serious provider will not quote a real number without understanding your situation. Expect a short, confidential assessment covering the risk, schedule and environment before a price is proposed. Be wary of anyone who quotes a flat figure sight-unseen — it usually signals an off-the-shelf service rather than protection designed around you.
Working with DNA Sécurité
DNA Sécurité builds every close-protection quote around your real risk and schedule, with licensed, insured officers across Quebec. Start with a free, confidential assessment and we will recommend the right level of coverage — no more, no less.
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