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

September 29, 2024
Hamilton, Ontario

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.

On September 24, Minister LeBlanc announced the new Canada Community Security Program (CCSP), which replaces and enhances 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.

“Canada has no place for hate-motivated incidents and all Canadians deserve to feel safe— regardless of where they live, work, gather and pray. Investments like these are but one example of the government’s ongoing commitment to keep our country safe for all, no matter your religious affiliation or beliefs.”

– The Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister of the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs