MIL-OSI Canada: Government of Canada helps religious and community organizations in Calgary protect themselves against hate-motivated crimes

September 29, 2024
Calgary, Alberta

Everyone who lives in Canada deserves to be and feel safe in their communities. These last few years, we’ve witnessed a rise in hate incidents experienced by many communities. This is unacceptable, and the federal government is taking action to combat hate and protect communities.

Today, George Chahal, Member of Parliament for Calgary Skyview, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, announced an investment of $183,703 to religious and community organizations in Calgary and Southern Alberta through the Security Infrastructure Program (SIP).

On September 24, Minister LeBlanc announced the newly launched Canada Community Security Program (CCSP), which replaces and enhances the work undertaken through the SIP based on communities’ feedback. The first Call for Applications launches October 1, 2024.

Eligible measures include security equipment and hardware, minor renovations to enhance security, security and emergency assessments and plans, training to respond to hate-motivated events, and time-limited third-party licensed security personnel.

Organizations interested in staying informed about the upcoming CCSP Call for Applications are encouraged to subscribe to the National Crime Prevention Strategy mailing list.

“All Canadians deserve to feel safe— regardless of where they live, work, gather and pray. As a government, we are committed to ensuring that that is the case. Investments like the one we are making today are but one example of that ongoing commitment.”

– George Chahal, Member of Parliament for Calgary Skyview, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs