Canadian Kodak Plant Protection Patch

The Canadian Kodak Plant Protection Patch is an original piece of insignia associated with the security personnel of the Kodak manufacturing facility in Canada during the mid-20th century. This embroidered patch features a shield design with the words “Plant Protection” and “Kodak Canada,” rendered in colored thread on a fabric background. The patch was worn by members of the plant’s internal security or protection staff, who were responsible for safeguarding both personnel and sensitive industrial operations at the site. Such patches were an important aspect of identification and authority within industrial security units, particularly in facilities involved in technologically advanced or sensitive production. The existence of dedicated plant protection teams reflected broader trends in corporate security throughout the era. This item represents a unique intersection between Canadian industrial history and security practices, offering insight into mid-century workplace organization and operational protocols in large manufacturing environments like those operated by Kodak.