A security guard observes an individual spray painting graffiti on a wall on private property where the security guard is employed. What immediate action can the security guard take under the Trespass to Property Act of Ontario?

Question: A security guard observes an individual spray painting graffiti on a wall on private property where the security guard is employed. What immediate action can the security guard take under the Trespass to Property Act of Ontario?

Answer options:

• Detain the individual for an indefinite period until police arrive.
• Demand the individual's name and address and, if they refuse, physically remove them. ✅ Ask the individual to leave the property, and if they refuse, use reasonable force to remove them.
• Issue a Provincial Offence Notice directly to the individual.

Correct answer: Ask the individual to leave the property, and if they refuse, use reasonable force to remove them.

Explanation: Under the Trespass to Property Act, an occupier or a person authorized by the occupier (like a security guard) can ask a trespasser to leave. If the trespasser refuses, they may be removed using reasonable force.