Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Locksmith Partner in Toronto
Established in 1932, Reillys Lock & Security Systems has built an enduring reputation as Toronto's first commercial locksmith company. Our expertise spans traditional locksmithing to advanced security systems, supported by a team of certified professionals with decades of collective experience. We serve residential and commercial clients across the Greater Toronto Area, offering tailored solutions for lockouts, key duplication, security installations, and access control. Our history of innovation includes pioneering integrated security systems that combine mechanical and electronic solutions, ensuring comprehensive protection for properties of all sizes. With a focus on reliability and customer service, we maintain long-standing partnerships with clients ranging from property managers to multinational corporations.Our leadership in the industry is demonstrated through landmark projects like the University of Toronto Mississauga campus security overhaul and installations at the CN Tower and Rogers Centre. We prioritize ongoing education and certification, including ALOA-accredited technicians, to stay at the forefront of security technology. Our commitment to quality is reflected in partnerships with leading manufacturers and a 24/7 emergency service that addresses urgent security needs. Through strategic acquisitions like Paul's Lock in Barrie, we've expanded our capabilities while maintaining personalized service. Today, under President Carmine Panaro's leadership since 1996, we continue to integrate cutting-edge technology with time-tested craftsmanship to protect people, property, and assets.
Services
Locksmith Services
Security Systems
24/7 Emergency Service
Access Control
Key Duplication
Safe Services
Home Automation
Project Management
Automotive Keys
Entry Door Systems
Details
- Year established: 1932
Highlights and features
- 90+ years of combined experience in mechanical and electronic security solutions
- 24/7 emergency locksmith services available year-round
- ALOA-certified technicians with specialized industry training
- Proven track record with landmark projects like CN Tower security systems
- Integrated approach combining traditional locksmithing with modern technology
Associations and certifications
- ALOA
What people say
Exceptional customer service
Saved my bacon
Incredible pleasant manner
Efficient follow up
Services
Locksmith Services
Our certified locksmiths provide key cutting, lock installation, and emergency entry solutions for residential and commercial properties. With ALOA-certified technicians, we handle everything from basic key duplication to complex master key systems. Our 24/7 service ensures immediate assistance for lockouts, broken keys, and security emergencies across Toronto and the GTA.
Security Systems
We design and install comprehensive security systems including CCTV, intrusion detection, and access control solutions. Our systems integrate with building automation for commercial properties, featuring fiber-optic camera networks and centralized monitoring. Projects range from small businesses to large-scale installations like the CN Tower's 110-camera system with 9-year maintenance support.
Access Control
Custom access control solutions for commercial buildings and apartments feature card readers, biometric authentication, and integrated alarm systems. We implement enterprise-level systems like Honeywell Winpak at First Canadian Place, managing access across multiple buildings with centralized control and emergency lockdown capabilities for high-security environments.
24/7 Emergency Service
Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, our emergency service handles urgent lockouts, broken key extractions, and security breaches. Technicians respond promptly to residential, automotive, and commercial emergencies including safe lockouts and rekeying services, ensuring immediate resolution to critical access issues across the GTA.
Project Management
We oversee complete security projects from design to implementation, managing installations of integrated systems across multiple locations. Recent projects include Allied Properties' 125-building modernization plan and York University's access control upgrades, providing end-to-end coordination of equipment, timelines, and compliance with industry standards.
People
Carmine Panaro
President
Industry leader with 40+ years experience, acquired Reilly Lock in 1996 and expanded into a multi-company security group. Pioneered integrated mechanical/electronic security solutions and established international operations in Trinidad.
Andre Paquette
Locksmith
32+ years expertise in mechanical and electronic security systems, co-owner of Paul's Lock acquisition. Specializes in master key systems and high-security lock solutions for commercial properties across Ontario.
Mikaela Pariag
Technician
ALOA-certified in-house technician with 2+ years experience resolving complex security challenges. Focuses on customer service and technical support for residential and commercial clients from the main Toronto office.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We serve Toronto, Mississauga, Barrie, and the Greater Toronto Area with emergency services available province-wide.
Do you offer 24-hour emergency service?
Yes, our certified technicians provide 24/7 assistance for lockouts, broken keys, and security emergencies.
What security systems do you install?
We handle CCTV, access control, intrusion detection, and integrated systems with fiber optics and centralized monitoring.
Are your locksmiths certified?
All technicians hold ALOA certification with specialized training in mechanical and electronic security solutions.
Can you help with commercial master key systems?
Yes, we design and maintain complex master key systems for large properties like Scotia Plaza and Allied Buildings.
