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Government of Canada announces funding to support practitioners for countering radicalization to violence

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Friday, May 10, 2024

PreP-Ex, which stands for 'Preparing Practitioners for the Rising Threat of Anti-Authority Extremism,' aims to provide an improved knowledge base for civilian and law enforcement practitioners working to counter radicalization to violence (CRV).

Key Points: 
  • PreP-Ex, which stands for 'Preparing Practitioners for the Rising Threat of Anti-Authority Extremism,' aims to provide an improved knowledge base for civilian and law enforcement practitioners working to counter radicalization to violence (CRV).
  • This investment is made through Public Safety's Community Resilience Fund , which supports partnerships and innovation in countering radicalization to violence.
  • Public Safety's Canada Centre for Community Engagement and Prevention of Violence (Canada Centre) leads the Government of Canada's efforts to counter radicalization to violence, and works with all levels of government, not-for-profit organizations, communities, youth, frontline practitioners, academia, law enforcement, and international organizations.
  • It connects community, academic and practitioner knowledge to prevent racialization to violence and challenge violent extremism through awareness, psycho-social interventions, and an evidence-driven approach to countering hate-motivated violence.

Government of Canada: Updated 2024 wildfire season projections and preparedness measures

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Thursday, May 9, 2024

Environment and Climate Change Canada's (ECCC) meteorologists continue to predict weather conditions for spring and summer 2024 that could lead to greater wildfire risks.

Key Points: 
  • Environment and Climate Change Canada's (ECCC) meteorologists continue to predict weather conditions for spring and summer 2024 that could lead to greater wildfire risks.
  • To counter the growing threat of wildfires in Canada, the federal government will continue to support provinces and territories in wildfire mitigation, response, and monitoring.
  • We are making sure we have the capacity to support provinces and territories and mobilize resources when they are needed for the 2024 wildfire season.
  • With the 2024 wildfire season approaching, our government is ensuring that people in Canada have the tools and information they need to understand and manage the health risks associated with wildfires."

Government introduces legislation to counter foreign interference

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Tuesday, May 7, 2024

This bill also introduces the Foreign Influence Transparency and Accountability Act (FITAA), which creates a Foreign Influence Transparency Registry.

Key Points: 
  • This bill also introduces the Foreign Influence Transparency and Accountability Act (FITAA), which creates a Foreign Influence Transparency Registry.
  • The Government of Canada is committed to protecting Canada and its residents from the threat of foreign interference, and to enhancing our collective resilience against malign foreign influence.
  • This legislation will better enable the Government to detect, investigate, provide advice and get at the root source of foreign interference by enabling stronger enforcement.
  • On September 7, 2023, the Government of Canada launched the Foreign Interference Commission to respond to concerns about foreign interference in the 2019 and 2021 federal elections.

Minister Sajjan reminds Canadians of upcoming test of the National Public Alerting System

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Monday, May 6, 2024

On May 8, 2024, a test of the National Public Alerting System (NPAS) will be conducted in most provinces and territories over television, radio, and wireless devices.

Key Points: 
  • On May 8, 2024, a test of the National Public Alerting System (NPAS) will be conducted in most provinces and territories over television, radio, and wireless devices.
  • I would like to thank the Provinces and Territories that are supporting Public Safety Canada's participation in this important public test across the country."
  • Public Safety Canada is the federal lead for national public alerting.
  • Each EMO has an agreement to access the system and determines how it will operationalize emergency public alerting in their respective jurisdictions.

Statement - Minister Sajjan marks Emergency Preparedness Week 2024

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Sunday, May 5, 2024

OTTAWA, ON, May 5, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King's Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister Responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, issued the following statement:

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, May 5, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King's Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister Responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, issued the following statement:
    "Today marks the 29th edition of Emergency Preparedness Week, which is a great opportunity for Canadians to prepare themselves for any emergency.
  • When an emergency strikes, we have our first responders and emergency management professionals to thank for their prompt action, expertise, and bravery.
  • An important step that everyone can take is to assemble an emergency kit , and to create a household emergency plan .
  • In addition, Public Safety is pleased to launch another round of the social media challenge for your chance to win an emergency preparedness kit.

Statement - Public Safety Minister

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Saturday, May 4, 2024

OTTAWA, ON, May 3, 2024 /CNW/ - The Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, today issued the following statement:

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  • OTTAWA, ON, May 3, 2024 /CNW/ - The Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, today issued the following statement:
    "Earlier today, as the RCMP announced, suspects were arrested and charged for their alleged involvement in the killing of Mr. Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
  • The work doesn't end here and, as the work continues, I will underscore that there are separate and distinct investigations ongoing.
  • I encourage everyone affected by this to put their trust in the justice system and know that your safety is our priority.
  • My department and its security partners continue to work closely with provinces, territories, municipalities and local police to ensure the safety and security of all Canadians.

Governments of Canada, Saskatchewan and Prince Albert Grand Council announce funding to study implementation of Indigenous-led police services

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Friday, May 3, 2024

In October 2022, PAGC and the Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan announced the creation of the PAGC Public Safety Implementation Team to advance work on Indigenous-led public safety initiatives.

Key Points: 
  • In October 2022, PAGC and the Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan announced the creation of the PAGC Public Safety Implementation Team to advance work on Indigenous-led public safety initiatives.
  • The findings of this work helped design and determine the costs for a feasibility study under the First Nations and Inuit Policing Program (FNIPP).
  • – Grand Chief Brian Hardlotte, Prince Albert Grand Council
    The Prince Albert Grand Council (PAGC) represents 12 First Nations comprised of 28 communities in northern Saskatchewan.
  • The First Nations and Inuit Policing Program (FNIPP) provides funding to support professional, dedicated and culturally responsive policing services.

Government of Canada helps Calgary church protect itself against hate-motivated crimes

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Thursday, May 2, 2024

This investment enabled the Experience Church to install exterior lighting to limit vandalism, theft, and break-ins.

Key Points: 
  • This investment enabled the Experience Church to install exterior lighting to limit vandalism, theft, and break-ins.
  • Since 2007, the Government of Canada has invested a total of $24.5 million in over 770 projects to help Canadian communities at risk of hate-motivated crimes protect and strengthen the security of their community centres, places of worship and other institutions.
  • "Nobody in Canada should fear for their safety when attending a religious service.
  • In 2023-24, through the Expanded Security Infrastructure Program (ESIP), the Government of Canada invested an additional $9.5 million in 173 projects.

Government of Canada helps Calgary church protect itself against hate-motivated crimes

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024

This investment enabled the Calgary Life Church to purchase and install access control, motion detectors, door contacts, and glass break detectors.

Key Points: 
  • This investment enabled the Calgary Life Church to purchase and install access control, motion detectors, door contacts, and glass break detectors.
  • Since 2007, the Government of Canada has invested a total of $24.5 million in over 770 projects to help Canadian communities at risk of hate-motivated crimes protect and strengthen the security of their community centres, places of worship and other institutions.
  • Maintaining our freedom of religion and being able to practice our faith in peace and safety is a huge value."
  • In 2023-24, through the Expanded Security Infrastructure Program (ESIP), the Government of Canada invested an additional $9.5 million in 173 projects.

Statement - Minister LeBlanc welcomes appointment of Mike Duheme as Commissioner of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police

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Monday, April 29, 2024

It has become a national symbol, recognized both at home and abroad, and a paragon of professionalism in policing.

Key Points: 
  • It has become a national symbol, recognized both at home and abroad, and a paragon of professionalism in policing.
  • I am pleased that today, the Prime Minister has announced the appointment of Mike Duheme as Commissioner of the RCMP.
  • Commissioner Duheme has led a distinguished career with the RCMP, serving Canadians for over three decades across four provinces.
  • With this appointment, Commissioner Duheme will be able to build on the exceptional work he has done since he took the helm of the RCMP.