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Safe Community First Responder Program
Funding for first responder safety initiatives
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Opened February 3, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
The Safe Community First Responder Program supports emergency response organizations with grants of up to $7,500 for communities within 10 miles in the United States or 20 kilometres in Canada of Enbridge operations. Funding can be used for safety equipment, professional training, and educational program delivery.
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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
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Safety equipment.
- Professional training.
- Educational program delivery.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Fire departments
- Emergency medical and rescue services
- Emergency management organizations
- 9-1-1 centers and ambulance services
- Law enforcement organizations
Eligible expenses
- Safety equipment.
- Professional training.
- Educational program delivery.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Firearms and supplies; bulletproof vests; Tasers; road signs; K-9s; body cameras; recording devices.
- Crowd control equipment.
Eligible geographic areas
- Communities within 10 miles of Enbridge operations in the United States and within 20 kilometres of Enbridge operations in Canada.
How to apply
- Apply at enbridge.com/funding.
Processing and Agreement
- Funding decisions for Safe Community First Responder grants take 8 to 12 weeks at minimum.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Safe Community First Responder Program Program
What is the Safe Community First Responder Program?
The Safe Community First Responder Program supports emergency response organizations with grants of up to $7,500 for communities within 10 miles in the United States or 20 kilometres in Canada of Enbridge operations. Funding can be used for safety equipment, professional training, and educational program delivery.
Who is eligible for the Safe Community First Responder Program program?
To be eligible for the Safe Community First Responder Program program, you must:
Emergency response organizations
Organizations supporting communities within 10 miles in the United States or 20 kilometres in Canada of Enbridge operations
What expenses are eligible under Safe Community First Responder Program?
Safety equipment.
Professional training.
Educational program delivery.
Who can I contact for more information about the Safe Community First Responder Program?
You can contact Enbridge Inc. by email at communityinvestment@enbridge.com.
Where is the Safe Community First Responder Program available?
The Safe Community First Responder Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Safe Community First Responder Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Safe Community First Responder Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Safe Community First Responder Program?
Safe Community First Responder Program is funded by Enbridge Inc.