The staffing is part of a security plan developed by Police, Exhibition organizers and Prince Albert Security Services, which is returning for its fifth year as the fair’s contracted security provider. Prince Albert Security Services owner Roger Reimer said strict screening at the entrances remains the first line of defence. This year’s planning follows a bear spray incident that occurred in the final minutes of the 2025 fair. Reimer said weapons and bear spray incidents have declined since Prince Albert Security Services took over the fair contract five years ago. Reimer said security staff work closely with PAPS, but police take over when a situation moves beyond what private security can safely handle.