Chris began his emergency response career with Purolator Courier at Vancouver International Airport, serving as a HAZMAT spill responder. Seeking new challenges, he then joined the British Army’s Royal Engineers for a brief yet formative experience before returning to Canada. His career path continued in private security, where he trained in close protection, industrial and commercial surveillance, and investigations.

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On May 22, 2002, Chris joined the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) as a Correctional Officer. Over his first decade, he conducted on-scene investigations, evidence collection, illicit drug testing, and external armed escorts, culminating his role as a Living Unit Officer. In the last ten years, he transitioned into the role of Security Maintenance Officer (SMO), responsible for servicing and maintaining all service firearms, institutional locksmithing, and procuring security-related equipment—ranging from ammunition and chemical munitions to medical supplies. As an institutional first responder, he collaborated with the Regional Fire Safety Officer on fire investigations, evidence collection, and fire scene reconstruction.

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Currently, Chris is a Senior Project Officer at CSC’s national headquarters, playing a pivotal role in developing a national training program for Armouries Officers and serving as a National Armourer for all service firearms. Chris conducts national contract evaluations, drafts technical standards for security equipment procurement, and provides expert technical advice on use-of-force applications, including chemical and explosive munitions.

In 2016, Chris relocated with his family to rural British Columbia, where he joined the Sunshine Valley Volunteer Fire Department—an entirely unfunded and unpaid service—as a firefighter. His dedication saw him rise to Lieutenant within a year and then to Deputy Chief two years later.

 

His passion for fire investigations led him to pursue further education, earning his CCFI-C designation in 2020, and serving as the 2nd Vice President and Regional Director (British Columbia) for the Canadian Association of Fire Investigators (CAFI).

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Chris retired from the fire service in November 2022 and moved to central Alberta with his family. Today, he remains a strong advocate for the proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment within the Government of Canada, ensuring safety standards remain at the highest level.