Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, announced the launch of the application process for funding under the National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS).

“Combatting crime is about supporting the incredible work of our frontline police officers and giving them the tools they need to hold criminals accountable, while also working directly with at-risk youth to prevent crime. By investing in prevention and giving every youth the tools to chart a brighter path in life, we are investing in a safer and more inclusive future for all.”

- The Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs

“Our government understands the importance of investing in crime prevention to keep our communities safe. This investment will make a significant difference in my riding and everywhere in Canada, by reaching youth where they are and bringing everything to bear so that organized crime groups and gangs can’t get to them in the first place.”

– The Honourable Judy A. Sgro, Member of Parliament for Humber River–Black Creek

• Organizations that apply for funding will follow a streamlined submission process for three funding programs under the NCPS: the Crime Prevention Action Fund (CPAF), the Northern and Indigenous Crime Prevention Fund (NICPF), and the Youth Gang Prevention Fund (YGPF).

• Organizations will only need to apply once under the NCPS Call for Applications.  The results of the assessment process will determine which of the three funding programs (CPAF, NICPF, or YGPF) applicants may be eligible for. 

• Through the NCPS, Public Safety Canada will also look to support capacity building by funding initiatives to enhance community readiness for implementing long-term crime prevention programming.  

• Public Safety Canada is responsible for implementing the NCPS and provides national leadership on effective and cost-effective ways to prevent and reduce crime by intervening on the risk factors before crime happens.

• In addition to this, on September 24, 2024, Minister LeBlanc launched the Canada Community Security Program (CCSP) to protect communities from hate-motivated crimes. The CCSP is the fourth program under the National Crime Prevention Strategy, along with the CPAF, NICPF and YGPF. Organizations can apply for funding at any time throughout the year through a continuous intake application process.

Associated links

• National Crime Prevention Strategy
• Crime Prevention Action Fund
• Northern and Indigenous Crime Prevention Fund
• Youth Gang Prevention Fund
• Canada Community Security Program

Gabriel Brunet
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Office of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs
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