What is the difference between a security guard and a private investigator under Ontario law?
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AThere is no difference; the licences are identical
BA guard protects people/property and deters loss, while an investigator gathers information and conducts inquiries
COnly investigators must be licensed
DGuards may carry firearms but investigators may not
✓ Correct answer: B. A guard protects people/property and deters loss, while an investigator gathers information and conducts inquiriesPSISA licenses guards and private investigators separately for different functions; a guard protects, an investigator inquires.
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