About Terry Whin-Yates: Terry Whin-Yates is the President and CEO of Mr. Locksmith, a leading locksmith company known for its commitment to excellence and ethical practices. As a 3rd Generation Locksmith with over 35 years of experience in the field, Terry brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role.

Terry holds a BA (Hons) in Criminology from Simon Fraser University, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of security and crime prevention. His academic background complements his extensive practical experience, making him a respected authority in the locksmithing industry.

About Terry Whin-Yates

A prolific content creator, Terry manages the popular 24Hr Mr. Locksmith YouTube Channel, which boasts over 200,000 subscribers and has garnered more than 25 million views. Through his YouTube channel and other platforms, Terry shares valuable insights, tips, and tutorials on locksmithing, reaching audiences worldwide.

In addition to his online presence, Terry is actively involved in various locksmithing initiatives. He participates in locksmith podcasts, writes informative blogs, and conducts webinars on topics related to locksmithing and security. Terry also offers hands-on locksmith courses tailored for law enforcement personnel, beginner locksmiths, and advanced practitioners in Canada, the USA, South America, and Asia.

Terry Whin-Yates is a staunch advocate for proper regulation of locksmiths in British Columbia, ensuring compliance with all government licensing requirements. Under his leadership, Mr. Locksmith maintains a team of experienced, licensed, bonded, and insured locksmiths who are committed to delivering top-quality services with integrity and professionalism. Known for their friendly demeanor and exceptional skill, Mr. Locksmith’s technicians are trusted partners in securing homes and businesses.

Recently, Terry’s expertise was showcased when he assisted an undercover investigation exposing unscrupulous locksmith practices. His insights shed light on deceptive pricing tactics employed by some locksmiths, emphasizing the importance of transparency and fair pricing in the industry.

Driven by a passion for excellence and a dedication to serving the community, Terry Whin-Yates continues to be a guiding force in the locksmithing profession, ensuring that Mr. Locksmith remains a beacon of trust and reliability for all locksmith needs.

About Terry Whin-Yates

Terry Whin-Yates is the president and CEO of Mr. Locksmith. Terry’s Grandad Frank, Dad (Brian) and Uncle Rob taught him how to be a locksmith and operate a locksmith business and most importantly, pick locks. Terry studied Criminology at Simon Fraser University. Today he lives in Vancouver and his children work in the business. Mr. Locksmith has several locksmith franchisees, all of whom are like extensions of the family business.

Terry Whin-Yates participates in locksmith podcasts, he writes blogs and posts locksmith videos on YouTube. Terry is engaged in the locksmith community and is actively working towards the improvement of the Locksmithing industry on a whole.

We at Mr. Locksmith encourage and endorse the proper regulation locksmiths in BC. We abide by all government licensing. All of our locksmiths are experienced, licensed, bonded and insured. Furthermore, all of our locksmiths are committed to providing the highest quality services. We are committed to producing the highest caliber locksmiths in all facets of the trade, including skill, knowledge, and adherence to ethics and regulation – and we are proud to say that our locksmiths will be the friendliest you will ever have to meet.

Recently, Terry Whin-Yates assisted CTV McLaughlin on Your Side team doing an Undercover investigation into locksmith pricing from unlicensed scammer locksmiths but also “bait and switch” tactics used by unscrupulous locksmiths. CTV “showed the website and rate sheet to master locksmith Terry Whin-Yates … to put the locksmith company to the test by installing a simple and easy to pick the residential lock on a condo door in Surrey.” Terry stated “It should have cost, by their rate sheet, it should have been $50. We charge and we tell people on the phone $95 to $150. That’s the cost to open your door.”

We at Mr. Locksmith encourage and endorse the proper regulation locksmiths in BC. We abide by all government licensing. All of our locksmiths are experienced, licensed, bonded and insured. Furthermore, all of our locksmiths are committed to providing the highest quality services. We are committed to producing the highest caliber locksmiths in all facets of the trade, including skill, knowledge, and adherence to ethics and regulation – and we are proud to say that our locksmiths will be the friendliest you will ever have to meet.

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