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Update – Farewell 2025…

This has been a (tough) year… 

For those of you who may not know, 2025 has been an incredibly challenging year.  It all started with a move that didn’t go quite as planned…and then all the turmoil that followed.

In a nutshell, due to a variety of circumstances beyond our control, we were waylaid by life’s fickle nature and find ourselves in a position where the “retail” part of our business has suffered immeasurably, and that has likewise affected everything else we do.  On top of all that, our Instagram account is down.  We will look to continue corresponding through our website and are looking into options on how to proceed…Me*ta doesn’t like us.  

To that end, we are making the difficult decision to take a step back and re-tool, well, everything.

(Don’t worry, all orders still not shipped will be soon as we replace lost and destroyed inventory and try to fulfil orders as quickly as possible).

We will be closing the web store temporarily while we sort out our offerings and inventory.  We will also be stepping back from social media and instead focus on developing new products and training for you – the real bread & butter of what we do.  Gear is good, but skills are better.  

We have a few projects on the go, including an upcoming new book, as well as some training courses in development.  We are also exploring other ways to bring content to you.

We will keep our products (Books, audio books and e-books) on Amazon (around the world) and also ensure the TNT Storefront updates more regularly (see bottom of this post).  We will continue to work with trusted partners to bring you new and innovative offerings.

Our sincere goal (and hope) is that we can come back stronger, more streamlined, and in a better place to offer you only the best training and knowledge available.  

We will still continue to run classes and put out materials, but only in a very limited capacity.  We will also remain open to providing private classes for groups (civilian and gov’t) to keep current and offer training to those who want or need it.    

We have Ed Calderon returning to Toronto in February for Urban Movement (sign up directly with Ed), and we are delivering a module at the Home Invasion Defense Symposium being held by Full Spectrum Defense in Kitchener.

Thank you everyone for your continued support, and be sure to spread the word and get your friends to sign up for our newsletter.  

Stay safe, stay crafty and cultivate resilience.  

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Branded Products

Our merch store will still continue to be up and running and we have other items to add to it soon.  Pick up your stuff and check back regularly.

Get your TNT merch HERE »

Grab your books through Amazon for the time being….Check out our page HERE

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2024: Year In Review

Through all the chaos that we have been through in 2024, we look forward to the possibilities of 2025.

2024 brought with it many challenges for True North Tradecraft.  Challenges and triumphs.  We are humbled by all of it, and by your support, and are looking forward to some pretty great things on-tap for everyone.  

In review of the year past, lets take stock of what we managed to accomplish:

  • We released our third book – Gut Checks & Go Bags;
  • Launched audiobook versions of two of our books;
  • This past year, we ran several seminars.  We had a slew of people through, teaching Disaster Preparedness, Personal Safety & Security, along with Covert Entry.  
  • We had the privilege of teaching Covert Entry to the RCMP ‘H Division’ ERT.  
  • We were guests on CTV’s The Social, to discuss personal safety.
  • We were guests on several podcasts (incl. The Collective IG, The Secure Dad and The Distinguished Savage);
  • We exhibited at the National Women’s Show;
  • We were featured in an article in the Epoch Times, discussing preparedness;
  • We had a great trip through Europe and dropped several scavenger hunt NFC tags and shared safe travel tips along the way;
  • We did some cool collabs – more to come;
  • Launched our “SETEC ASTRONOMY” and “You Can’t Handcuff the Wind” stickers;
  • One of our articles were featured in Covert Entry Magazine Vol. 2.
  • …and so much more behind the scenes to deliver to everyone.

2025 will have some big things in store for everyone, including:

  • Training will be kicking up again, starting with two (2) seminars in February 2025 (see sign-up links in the Webstore);
  • A new book will be coming out in the New Year…we will be launching (sign up to the newsletter for early drop info);
  • We will be streamlining and cleaning up our website, webstore and inventory; and…
  • We will be moving.  Yes, we are removing in the Spring.  This will expand our ability to create content AND to host small-scale training in-house.  

Didn’t get what you wanted for Christmas?  Sign up for a class.  Buy a book (or all 3) and gear up.

As we end off the year, tie it off nicely by setting yourself up for success in 2025.  Join us for training, starting in February, and invest in yourself and the insurance that comes with building capability and cultivating resilience.   

  • Sign up for training HERE.
  • Get your books HERE or on AMAZON.
  • Kit yourself up with our gear HERE.

Be sure to sign up to the newsletter and follow us on Instagram for the latest.

Thank you all for an incredible 2024 and see you in 2025!

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Covert Entry – Law Enforcement Restricted

The other week, True North Tradecraft, along with Eclectic Survival Systems, had the distinct honour of delivering a robust covert (non-destructive) entry class to Emergency Response Team (ERT) members of RCMP “H” Division and the Halifax Police Service.

This group of professionals spent two days with us, learning everything from next-level physical security to hands-on entry methodologies using the latest gear.

We even made a slight nuisance of ourselves when practicing (all approved, of course).

All in all, a fantastic time with much learned by all.

If your Unit or Team would like to learn these skills, contact us at [email protected] for a quote.

Stay safe & Stay Crafty out there!

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National Women’s Show – Toronto

We are exhibiting at the National Women’s Show in Toronto Nov 8-9-10 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (South Building).

We will be at Booth # 907 (Approximately bottom-centre. See floor plan below).

We will be talking about personal safety & security, disaster preparedness and empowerment through resilience. There will be exclusive show specials, book signing, demos and releasing upcoming training opportunities.

Get your tickets HERE, stop by and say hello!

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Negative Space – The AUDIO BOOK!

We are pleased to announce that that due to popular demand, our book, Negative Space: A Guide To Personal Security, is now available as an audio book on Audible and iTunes.

After receiving many messages and emails asking for an audio book version, we took the leap and had the audio book produced to make it even more accessible. It is available as a download from us directly, through Amazon/Audible and iTunes as well (links below).

Buy Direct from us HERE!

Amazon Canada: https://amzn.to/3ubAj7W

Amazon US: https://a.co/d/3n1B2jH

Stay Safe and #staycrafty!

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NEW – Sunday Safety & Security Skills Seminar Series (S6)

A new approach for 2024 to bring our skillsets to you in a more accessible format.

Starting in early-2024, We will begin offering 1-day Seminars, covering our legacy curriculum in a new format and making both the price point and time commitment more accessible to those with busy schedules. They will be on Sundays, during the day.

Of course, we will still plan to have our weekend-long immersive workshops, as well as Mixed-Skills classes with trusted partner instructors. We also continue to be available to be hosted to deliver these seminars to private groups.

***NOTE: We still offer RESTRICTED-LEVEL CLASSES in COVERT ENTRY and COUNTER-CUSTODY to LE/MIL/GOV organizations. Email us at [email protected] for details.***

In the meantime, we will be offering Seminars on the following topics:

  • Situational & Behavioural Awareness – S.A.F.E. (Situational Awareness For Everyone)
  • Introduction to Personal Safety & Security
  • Disaster, Emergency Preparedness and Business Continuity
  • Lone-Worker Safety
  • Travel Security (AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST)
  • Women’s Safety (Women-Only) (AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST)
  • Introduction to Counter-Custody, Self-Rescue & Restraint Escape – (Part 1 of 2)
  • Counter-Custody, Self-Rescue & Restraint Escape – (Part 2 of 2)
  • Introduction to Lock Picking (Pt 1 of 2)
  • Physical Security and Non-Destructive Entry Methods (Pt 2 of 2)
  • The Back-Up-Bag Protocol
  • ***Stop The Bleed first aid classes (to be added to the above)***
  • And more to come!

These Seminars can be taken individually as a stand-alone or together in series towards building a wide-spectrum of skill sets. Depending on the subject matter, there will be differing ratios of theory and practical learning.

Soon, we will be listing the classes individually on our web store, with dates and seminar outlines, to sign up to.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

#staycrafty

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Mission Darkness Faraday Gear

Use Promo code TNTRADECRAFT to save on your purchase.

Mission Darkness (MOS EQUIPMENT) provides faraday electronic emissions shielding gear to protect your electronics from damage and compromise.

Their proprietary shielding fabric blocks all signals, in and out, from cellular, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS and RFID, protection.

This technology aids in passport/ID protection, wireless testing, travel data privacy, corporate information integrity, personal security, digital forensics and evidence protection. Protect your data from compromise and destruction with hard-wearing, waterproof, weatherproof and signal-proof.

It can also protect equipment from electro-magnetic pulses (EMPs) prior to, and during, disaster scenarios.

Cellphone, tablets, computers, even your car key fobs can be protected from compromise via intrusion, emmination or remote access.

Be sure to invest wisely in your Electronics security with quality products from Mission Darkness and don’t forget to use promo code TNTRADECRAFT to save on your purchase.

Use Mission Darkness gear to protect your electronics.

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Simple Home Security Camera Set-up

Oftentimes, having a security camera system at your residence (whether you are an owner, renter, or traveller) can be beneficial in supporting your security posture as well as your general situational awareness.

Check out this video on our YouTube channel where I talk about how to set-up a quick, simple, inexpensive and effective security camera system.

When you add some solar-powered motion-activated lights, proper placement and some thought and effort, you can really leverage a few dollars and have something which will get the job done.

Stay Safe and #staycrafty.

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Featured in an online Zolo Article on Home Security!

A few weeks ago I had an enquiry made of me regarding various tidbits to increase your security at home or while travelling. I mentioned many things but apparently mentioning the “fork-lock” was the one they held on to.

Can’t complain. It’s a good trick in a pinch and works pretty well.

You can read the entire article on Zolo HERE.

Till next time, Stay Safe & Stay Crafty.

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CTV News Spot – Festival Safety Tips

On Tuesday, June 18th, 2019, I appeared on the CTV Morning Show in Ottawa.

I was asked to comment on the shooting incident the day previous in downtown Toronto during the celebration festivities of the Toronto Raptors’ NBA Championship win. Estimates placed the crowd sizes at 1.5-2 million. It was just huge.

You can view the full clip on YouTube here. (https://youtu.be/0aQZk7VnACM)


You can also read our previous posts on similar topics below:

To learn more, come to one of our workshops, book us for your private event or attend the German Security Conference in Toronto, Oct 18-20, 2019.

Stay tuned for info on upcoming training and follow us on Instagram and Facebook ( @truenorthtradecraft ) for the latest.

Stay Safe & stay crafty!