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PERSONAL SAFETY & SECURITY TRAINING IN ALBERTA
Empowering Safer People.
Building Stronger Communities.
"Confident Readiness"
Together, with the right education and tools, we can make our communities safer. TalonPoint equips individuals and organizations with real-world safety and security capabilities through personal safety, self-defence, security training, and consulting — enabling action, reducing risk, and strengthening communities.
Starts Nov 7
Read More6 week women's-specific self-defence class, taught by women instructors!
Starts Nov 7
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Preparedness & Prevention
De-escalation, violence prevention, crime awareness, staff readiness training for front-line customer service environments (schools, clinics, faith orgs, retail).
WHO WE ARE
What Sets TalonPoint Apart
Real-world instruction. Legally sound. Client-focused. Results that elevate.
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Decades of Field Experience – Career security professionals with military, peace-officer, and protective services backgrounds.
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Legally Defensible & Policy-Aligned – Canadian legal frameworks, H&S standards, and defensible use-of-force principles baked in.
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Scenario-Based, Stress-Tested – We build decision-makers who perform under pressure.
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Client-Focused Delivery – We listen carefully to your needs and tailor training to your goals, policies, and context.
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Community-Serving – We work with community partners to deliver services to those who need it most.
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Certified & Trusted – CPP leadership, and world-class international programming: IKMF and PPCT
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From Paper to Practice – Assessments, SOPs, and staff coaching that stick.
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Our Most Popular Training/Services
De-Escalation & Crisis Response
Calm the storm: communication, positioning, and tactics to prevent violence before it happens.
Our Mission. Our People.
Your Safety.
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Individuals & Families – Practical self-defence and personal safety skills.
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Corporate & Contract Security – Team-ready training mapped to SOPs.
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Community Organizations – Trauma-informed training and assessments.
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Customer Service Roles – Front-line de-escalation and workplace safety.
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Protective Services – Advanced tactics and executive protection.
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Feel Safer, Confident and More Prepared – Understand what to do in high risk situations.
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Advance Your Career / Capability – Qualify for higher-responsibility roles and contracts.
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Perform Under Pressure – Build confidence and decision-quality in complex situations.
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Increase Organizational Readiness – Reduce risk, align with policy, protect people and reputation.
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Earn Trusted Certifications – Recognized programs and certified instructors.
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Led by:
- David Suffern, CPP — 30+ years with practical experience in as a peace-officer, in security management, and education in numerous fields including healthcare, corrections, events/entertainment and education. Certified Protection Professional for over 20 years.
- Andrea Suffern — program director and instructor focused on accessibility, trauma-informed delivery, and real-world readiness.
Together: calm under pressure, client-focused, uncompromising on safety, delivering what works.-
Discovery – We clarify goals, risks, and constraints.
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Design – Training/assessment plan aligned to personal goals or corporate policy.
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Delivery – High-rep, scenario-based instruction or on-site assessment.
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Documentation – Records for compliance, H&S, and grant support.
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Follow-Through – Optional coaching, SOPs, and implementation.
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Self-Defence: [Beginner Classes] • [Women-Only] • [Kids/Teens]
Security Training: [PPCT] • [VIP Protection]
Consulting: [Security Assessments]
Firearms Licensing: [Non-restricted Firearms Course]
