Richard Joudoin
About Richard Joudoin
Richard Joudoin is a Security Technical Support professional with experience in physical security management and system troubleshooting. He has worked for Canopy Growth Corporation since 2018 and previously held positions at Paragon Security and the Toronto Transit Commission.
Current Role at Canopy Growth
Richard Joudoin serves as Security Technical Support at Canopy Growth Corporation since 2018. In this role, he manages the Security Service Desk, addressing requests related to physical security maintenance and installation. His responsibilities include inspecting and testing newly installed security equipment to ensure it functions correctly for cannabis operations. He communicates with both internal and external agencies to maintain consistent security standards across the organization.
Previous Experience at Paragon Security
Before joining Canopy Growth, Richard worked at Paragon Security as a Security Officer from 2015 to 2017. During his two years at Commerce Court in Toronto, he was responsible for troubleshooting system failures to identify root causes. He also developed preventative maintenance strategies and reviewed site changes related to physical security, ensuring compliance with governing regulations.
Experience at Toronto Transit Commission
Richard held the position of Provincial Offence Officer - Fare Inspection at the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) from 2017 to 2018. His tenure lasted for eight months, during which he focused on enforcing fare compliance and ensuring the safety of transit operations in the Toronto area.
Educational Background
Richard Joudoin completed his Bachelor of Arts at Ontario Tech University, studying Criminology and Justice from 2012 to 2016. Prior to that, he attended South Grenville District High School, where he achieved his high school diploma. His educational background provides a foundation for his work in security and law enforcement.
Budget Management and Compliance
In his current role at Canopy Growth, Richard manages and maintains records of the physical security budget and the security guard budget for sites across North America. He ensures compliance with relevant regulations and oversees site changes related to physical security, contributing to the overall security strategy of the organization.