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Major International Event Security Cost Framework
Reimburses security costs for government-led major international events
Latest source updateLast Update: September 19, 2026Latest change: The framework now includes one-time FIFA World Cup 2026 exceptions, updated eligibility and activity rules, and a new official contact email.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: September 19, 2026
Latest change: The framework now includes one-time FIFA World Cup 2026 exceptions, updated eligibility and activity rules, and a new official contact email.
Major International Event Security Framework updated
The Major International Event Security Cost Framework now reflects one-time exceptions for FIFA World Cup 2026, including eligibility for security operations in Toronto and Vancouver and a shift away from the RCMP-led operation requirement for those exceptions. The updated material also adds revised application, selection, eligible-activity, funding-parameter, and asset-management rules, along with the official contact email miescf-ccseim@ps-sp.gc.ca on the framework page and a linked terms-and-conditions source. The related Terms and Conditions page now also states the FIFA World Cup 2026 exception and confirms that the event can fall under the framework, with the source dated 2026-08-27.
Funding available
Up to 100% of project cost
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Provincial, territorial, regional, local and municipal governments providing policing and/or security-related services in support of an RCMP-led security operation for a Major International Event.
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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
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Planning activities and exercises to assess security requirements, develop an operational plan, collect joint intelligence, engage the community and procure the necessary materials, equipment and services, including supporting emergency management services beyond normal ongoing jurisdictional responsibilities.
- Deployment activities associated with the positioning of personnel and assets and the delivery of the security operation.
- Demobilization activities to dismantle and transfer assets and equipment, prepare reports and lessons learned, support the audit process and finalize administrative and financial transactions.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Provincial, territorial, regional, local and municipal governments providing policing and/or security-related services in support of an RCMP-led security operation for a Major International Event.
- Police boards/commissions or police services established by those jurisdictions, if they have the legal capacity to enter into an agreement.
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
- Personnel costs for planning, deployment and demobilization, including regular salaries, overtime and benefits, temporary backfill and contract services.
- Leased space and facilities, including leased space, warehousing space, temporary command centres and temporary detention processing centres.
- Communications and equipment, including leased telecommunication, leased office equipment, leased operational equipment, purchased telecommunications, purchased operational equipment, purchased office equipment, purchased personalized items and purchased office furniture and equipment.
- Travel and logistics costs, including transportation/meal/accommodation allowance, vehicle rentals and fuel, courier, freight charges, operational supplies and office services.
- Specialized training, emergency services, intra-governmental services, administrative costs, purchased asset equipment and/or material, corrections officers, insurance premiums and surge capacity personnel.
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
Selection criteria
- Cost estimates must be consistent with and compliant to RCMP-led security operations for the event.
- Collaboration with the RCMP-led Integrated Security Unit (ISU) for planning and security coordination.
- Submission of operational plans outlining security measures with supporting, justifiable cost documentation.
- Expenses are subject to federal audit to determine eligibility and compliance before reimbursement.
How to apply
- Step 1: Designation of the Event
- Ensure that the Prime Minister has officially designated the event as a Major International Event eligible for financial assistance under the framework.
- Step 2: Engage with Public Safety Canada
- Contact Public Safety Canada to initiate engagement regarding the provision of financial assistance for the designated event.
- Step 3: Develop Operational Plans and Cost Estimates
- Prepare detailed operational plans outlining the security measures to be implemented for the Major International Event.
- Develop corresponding cost estimates and supporting justifications for all anticipated eligible incremental security costs, in alignment with RCMP-led planning assumptions.
- Step 4: Collaboration with RCMP-led ISU
- Work in close collaboration with the RCMP-led Integrated Security Unit during planning and preparation.
- Step 5: Submit Application and Cost Estimates to Public Safety Canada
- Submit the operational plans, cost estimates, and supporting documentation to Public Safety Canada for review and negotiation.
- Step 6: Negotiate and Sign Contribution Agreement
- Engage in discussions and negotiations with Public Safety Canada regarding the proposed eligible costs and the terms of the contribution agreement.
- Finalize and sign the contribution agreement, which will specify the eligible activities and the maximum reimbursement threshold.
- Step 7: Implementation and Reporting
- Implement the agreed security measures and keep detailed records of incurred expenses.
- Prepare and submit all required activity and financial reports to Public Safety Canada outlining the activities conducted, results achieved, and eligible costs incurred.
- Step 8: Submit Claims for Reimbursement and Support Audits
- Submit detailed claims for reimbursement of eligible incremental security costs along with supporting documentation after implementation.
- Cooperate with federal audit procedures by providing access to financial records, vouchers, invoices, receipts, and any relevant information.
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.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Major International Event Security Cost Framework Program
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.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
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 activities and exercises to assess security requirements, develop an operational plan, collect joint intelligence, engage the community and procure the necessary materials, equipment and services, including supporting emergency management services beyond normal ongoing jurisdictional responsibilities.
Deployment activities associated with the positioning of personnel and assets and the delivery of the security operation.
Demobilization activities to dismantle and transfer assets and equipment, prepare reports and lessons learned, support the audit process and finalize administrative and financial transactions.
Who can I contact for more information about the Major International Event Security Cost Framework?
You can contact Public Safety Canada (PSC) by email at miescf-ccseim@ps-sp.gc.ca.
Where is the Major International Event Security Cost Framework available?
The Major International Event Security Cost Framework program is available across Canada.