Vanguard Cleaning Systems Alberta's janitorial franchise businesses provide industry-leading commercial cleaning and preventive disinfecting services in Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer and the surrounding areas. Our Standard of Clean® performance reflects a commitment to cleaning service excellence. Cleaning service standards that meet your expectations. Founded in 1984, the Vanguard Cleaning Systems® organization is built upon over 3,000 independently owned and operated franchise janitorial businesses, which are licensed and supported by a Master Franchise network of over 50 independent regional offices throughout Canada and the United States. Vanguard® franchise janitorial businesses service more than 18,000 customers in a variety of facilities including general office spaces, healthcare, educational institutions, industrial and manufacturing.