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Communities at Risk, Security Infrastructure Program

Supports security upgrades for at-risk community organizations
Public Safety Canada (PSC)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada

Overview

The Security Infrastructure Program provides up to $100,000 per project to support not-for-profit organizations at risk of hate-motivated crime in strengthening their security infrastructure. Eligible activities include security assessments, minor construction, and the installation of equipment such as alarm systems, CCTV cameras, lighting, and protective measures.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Strengthen cybersecurity
  • Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 100,000 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Educational services
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • Public administration
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Other Racialized Persons
  • Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Primary and Secondary Education
  • Other Education
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
  • Religious Congregations and Associations
  • Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
  • Nonprofits / charities
  • Minority groups
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Local
  • Provincial
  • National

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Enhancement of security infrastructure for places of worship, community centres, and educational institutions at risk of hate-motivated crime.
  • Installation of security equipment and technology to deter and respond to potential threats.
  • Conducting professional security assessments to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Not-for-profit organizations associated with communities at risk of hate-motivated crime
  • Places of worship
  • Provincially recognized educational institutions
  • Community centres

Who is not eligible

  • Crown corporations
  • Public institutions
  • For-profit organizations
  • Individuals

Eligible expenses

  • Security assessments.
  • Minor construction costs related to security infrastructure, including contractor fees, labour, and equipment rental.
  • Purchase and installation of security equipment and hardware such as alarm systems, fences, gates, lighting, security film for windows, closed circuit television (CCTV) systems, exterior cameras and their relocation, anti-graffiti sealant, motion detectors, signage, and landscaping related to security.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Canada

Additional information

  • In-kind contributions such as labour, equipment, and expertise may be counted toward the organization's required funding contribution, provided they are documented with fair market value in the proposal.
  • All contributions covering the applicant's share of project funding must come from non-governmental sources and be confirmed at application submission.

Contacts

depotlegalnumerique-digitallegaldeposit@bac-lac.gc.ca

Frequently Asked Questions about the Communities at Risk, Security Infrastructure Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Communities at Risk, Security Infrastructure 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.

What is the Communities at Risk, Security Infrastructure Program?

The Security Infrastructure Program provides up to $100,000 per project to support not-for-profit organizations at risk of hate-motivated crime in strengthening their security infrastructure. Eligible activities include security assessments, minor construction, and the installation of equipment such as alarm systems, CCTV cameras, lighting, and protective measures.

How much funding can be received?

Communities at Risk, Security Infrastructure Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $100,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Communities at Risk, Security Infrastructure Program program?

To be eligible for the Communities at Risk, Security Infrastructure Program program, you must: Applicant must be an eligible not-for-profit organization. Must have experienced hate-motivated incidents at or near the project site. Eligible for places of worship, provincially recognized educational institutions, and community centres.

What expenses are eligible under Communities at Risk, Security Infrastructure Program?

Enhancement of security infrastructure for places of worship, community centres, and educational institutions at risk of hate-motivated crime. Installation of security equipment and technology to deter and respond to potential threats. Conducting professional security assessments to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Who can I contact for more information about the Communities at Risk, Security Infrastructure Program?

You can contact Public Safety Canada (PSC) by email at depotlegalnumerique-digitallegaldeposit@bac-lac.gc.ca.

Where is the Communities at Risk, Security Infrastructure Program available?

The Communities at Risk, Security Infrastructure Program program is available across Canada.

Is the Communities at Risk, Security Infrastructure Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Communities at Risk, Security Infrastructure Program is a Grant and Funding

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