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National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS)
Supports community-led crime prevention activities for at-risk youth in Canada
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : December 20, 2024
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The program offers funding to support community-led crime prevention initiatives targeting at-risk youth, with a focus on reducing youth violence and gang involvement. It primarily directs funds towards projects addressing gun violence, auto theft, bullying, cyberbullying, and strengthening culturally appropriate responses for Indigenous populations. Funding supports activities that directly intervene to mitigate risk factors, with an estimated 95% of the total funding allocated for youth violence reduction efforts.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Closing date : December 20, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Implementing youth violence reduction programs such as violence prevention workshops
- Developing initiatives to prevent bullying and cyberbullying among youth
- Strengthening community readiness and culturally appropriate interventions for Indigenous youth
- Supporting community engagement activities targeting at-risk youth populations
- Collaborating with local agencies and police services to promote youth safety
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community or professional organizations with not-for-profit mandates
- Indigenous communities and governments
- Canadian educational institutions or centers of excellence
- Provincial or municipal police services and authorities
- Regional and municipal governments
Who is not eligible
- For-profit organizations
- Organizations unrelated to youth or crime prevention
- Projects outside the specified priorities
- Activities that started before funding approval
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Activities or projects outside the scope of youth crime prevention
- Activities that do not directly address the program priorities
- Expenses related to projects that have already started before funding approval
- Commercial activities or profit-making activities
- Activities that are primarily lobbying or political in nature
Eligible geographic areas
CanadaProcessing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for eligibility and project relevance
- Evaluation processes assess project potential impact and alignment
- Applicants are notified of approval or rejection within approximately 4 to 5 months
- Funding agreements are executed before disbursement of funds
- Funds are disbursed based on project milestones and compliance with terms
Frequently Asked Questions about the National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS). 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 National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS)?
The program offers funding to support community-led crime prevention initiatives targeting at-risk youth, with a focus on reducing youth violence and gang involvement. It primarily directs funds towards projects addressing gun violence, auto theft, bullying, cyberbullying, and strengthening culturally appropriate responses for Indigenous populations. Funding supports activities that directly intervene to mitigate risk factors, with an estimated 95% of the total funding allocated for youth violence reduction efforts.
Who is eligible for the National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS) program?
To be eligible for the National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS) program, you must:
Open to community-led organizations and government entities involved with youth crime prevention
What expenses are eligible under National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS)?
Implementing youth violence reduction programs such as violence prevention workshops
Developing initiatives to prevent bullying and cyberbullying among youth
Strengthening community readiness and culturally appropriate interventions for Indigenous youth
Supporting community engagement activities targeting at-risk youth populations
Collaborating with local agencies and police services to promote youth safety
Who can I contact for more information about the National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS)?
You can contact Public Safety Canada (PSC).
Where is the National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS) available?
The National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS) program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS)?
National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS) is funded by Public Safety Canada (PSC)
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