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Major International Event Security Cost Framework

Reimburses security costs for government-led major international events
Public Safety Canada (PSC)
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada

Overview

The Major International Event Security Cost Framework is a federal contribution program with no established maximum funding amount, designed to reimburse provincial, territorial, and municipal jurisdictions for extraordinary, justifiable, and reasonable policing and security costs incurred during Prime Minister- or Minister-led international events in Canada. Eligible activities include planning, deployment, and demobilization measures directly supporting RCMP-led security operations, such as personnel costs, equipment, emergency services, and logistical expenses.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Public administration
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • All legal structures
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups

Next steps

1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Planning and coordinating security operations for Prime Minister-led or Minister-led major international events in Canada.
  • Deployment of policing and security resources in direct support of RCMP-led security operations during major international events.
  • Demobilization activities following the conclusion of major international events, including asset and equipment management and reporting.
  • Collaboration between federal, provincial, territorial, and municipal jurisdictions to ensure public safety during internationally recognized events hosted in Canada.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Provincial governments providing policing and/or security-related services
  • Territorial governments providing policing and/or security-related services
  • Municipal governments providing policing and/or security-related services
  • Police boards/commissions or police services established by provincial, territorial, or municipal jurisdictions, with legal capacity to enter into agreements

Who is not eligible

  • Private companies and businesses not serving as provincial, territorial, regional, local, or municipal governments providing policing or security-related services in support of RCMP-led security operations.
  • Organizations or industries not involved in policing, security, emergency management, or public safety for Major International Events.
  • Individuals, households, or businesses seeking direct financial assistance related to event disruptions.

Eligible expenses

  • Salaries, overtime, and employee benefits for staff directly assigned to planning, deployment, and demobilization related to the event.
  • Temporary rental of spaces (offices, warehouses, command centers, or detention processing centers) when internal facilities are insufficient.
  • Rental of office, computer, or telecommunications equipment necessary for event management.
  • Travel, accommodation, and meal expenses incurred during activities directly related to the event.
  • Rental of vehicles and fuel costs for security operations.
  • Purchase, rental, or setup of operational, telecommunications equipment, or supplies specifically required for the event when rental is not feasible or cost-effective.
  • Fees for contractual services related to logistics, security, event management (e.g., additional police services or technical support).
  • Messaging fees, transportation, and delivery of materials or documents related to security.
  • Operational supplies for limited use (e.g., signage, disposable handcuffs).
  • Administrative services and fees relating to the management and deployment of resources in the framework of the security operation, within certain limits.
  • Specialized training and emergency services, exclusively required for the event and requested by the organizing administration.
  • Additional insurance premiums, if necessary related to the event, and fees for correctional officers in case of increased needs during the event.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Provincial jurisdictions within Canada
  • Territorial jurisdictions within Canada
  • Municipal jurisdictions within Canada
  • Regional and local government jurisdictions in Canada providing policing and/or security-related services

Additional information

  • All claimed costs are subject to federal audit procedures prior to reimbursement.
  • Recipients must provide access to relevant documentation and facilities for audit purposes.
  • The program requires recipients to report on results achieved and methods used to ensure cost-effective security measures.
  • Any payment exceeding the approved government assistance limit must be repaid to the Government of Canada.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Major International Event Security Cost Framework Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Major International Event Security Cost Framework. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the Major International Event Security Cost Framework?

The Major International Event Security Cost Framework is a federal contribution program with no established maximum funding amount, designed to reimburse provincial, territorial, and municipal jurisdictions for extraordinary, justifiable, and reasonable policing and security costs incurred during Prime Minister- or Minister-led international events in Canada. Eligible activities include planning, deployment, and demobilization measures directly supporting RCMP-led security operations, such as personnel costs, equipment, emergency services, and logistical expenses.

How much funding can be received?

Major International Event Security Cost Framework Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Major International Event Security Cost Framework program?

To be eligible for the Major International Event Security Cost Framework program, you must: Provincial, territorial, regional, local, or municipal governments providing policing/security services for an RCMP-led Major International Event. Police boards/commissions or police services with legal capacity to enter into an agreement.

What expenses are eligible under Major International Event Security Cost Framework?

Planning and coordinating security operations for Prime Minister-led or Minister-led major international events in Canada. Deployment of policing and security resources in direct support of RCMP-led security operations during major international events. Demobilization activities following the conclusion of major international events, including asset and equipment management and reporting. Collaboration between federal, provincial, territorial, and municipal jurisdictions to ensure public safety during internationally recognized events hosted in Canada.

Who can I contact for more information about the Major International Event Security Cost Framework?

You can contact Public Safety Canada (PSC).

Where is the Major International Event Security Cost Framework available?

The Major International Event Security Cost Framework program is available across Canada.

Is the Major International Event Security Cost Framework a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Major International Event Security Cost Framework is a Grant and Funding

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