Policy Development Contribution Program

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the Policy Development Contribution Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Policy Development Contribution Program is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Policy Development Contribution Program?

Policy Development Contribution Program is funded by Public Safety Canada (PSC)

Q: Who is eligible for the Policy Development Contribution Program program?

To be eligible for the Policy Development Contribution Program program, you must: • Projects must focus on criminal justice, emergency management, or national security. • Eligible activities include communication, research, or skills development related to public policy.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Policy Development Contribution Program?

You can contact Public Safety Canada (PSC).

Q: Where is the Policy Development Contribution Program available?

The Policy Development Contribution Program program is available across Canada.

Last Update: September 29, 2025

Canada

Supports policy development through funding for public safety initiatives

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Receipt of requests is now closed

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Public administration

Funds Providers

Public Safety Canada

Program status

Closed

Overview

The Policy Development Contribution Program provides government funding to support policy development initiatives, with eligible activities including communications, innovation and research, as well as training projects related to criminal justice, emergency management, and national security. While the program supports various projects, the maximum funding amount is not specified in the available information.

Activities funded

Projects focused on communication and information exchange in the areas of criminal justice, emergency management, and national security.
Innovation and research initiatives that address public policy issues.
Training and skills development projects related to public safety and policy areas.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 87,500

Implementing cross-sector data exchange systems for disaster management

$ 115,500

Researching AI solutions for real-time threat detection in airports

$ 69,000

Launching a public awareness campaign on cybercrime prevention strategies

$ 67,000

Organizing a symposium on national security innovation and research

$ 92,500

Developing an online training platform on emergency response protocols

$ 53,000

Publishing research on barriers to reintegration for ex-offenders

Eligibility

The project must focus on one of the following areas: communication and information exchange in criminal justice, emergency management, or national security; innovation and research supporting public policy issues; or training and skills development related to these fields.

Who is eligible?

Organizations active in criminal justice
Businesses or agencies involved in emergency management
Organizations working in national security

How to apply

Assess eligibility and project alignment

Review eligibility criteria for the Policy Development Contribution Program
Identify if your project aligns with communication, innovation, or training categories
Ensure readiness to propose during the open application period

Prepare and structure your application

Prepare a comprehensive application outlining your project's objectives
Gather supporting documents as required by the program
Structure your proposal to address program priorities in criminal justice, emergency management, or national security

Submit your application

Submit your application during the official open call (February 19, 2025, to April 11, 2025)
Ensure all required materials are included before deadline
Follow submission instructions provided by Public Safety Canada

Additional information

The "Red Flag" Awareness Initiative 2025 accepts applications between February 19, 2025 and April 11, 2025.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Policy Development Contribution Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Policy Development Contribution Program. 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.