Information sheet
Canada Community Security Program (CCSP)

The Canada Community Security Program (CCSP) replaces and enhances the work that was undertaken by the Security Infrastructure Program (SIP) to support communities at risk of hate-motivated crime. The CCSP expanded to include new recipient categories and eligible expenses. The CCSP funds up to 70% of the total eligible project costs including physical security equipment, and time-limited third-party licensed security personnel.

Who can apply?

Private, not-for-profit organizations that are clearly linked to a community at risk of hate-motivated crime are eligible to receive CCSP funding, but are limited to:

Crown corporations, publicly funded institutions, for profit organizations, clubs and individuals are not eligible for funding. More information on eligibility can be found on our website. Organizations are not required to have a history of experiencing a hate-motivated crime/incident to apply.

When to apply?

The CCSP will be accepting online applications year-round. Virtual public information sessions will be hosted, providing applicants an opportunity to receive helpful information and to ask questions.

What does the program support?

The program supports a variety of project activities. These can include:

How to apply?

To apply for funding through CCSP, please visit our website.

Organizations that have experienced a significant and direct hate-motivated crime against their facility may be eligible for a priority.

Public Safety Canada aims to deliver decisions within one (1) month following the receipt of an application. Higher volumes of applications may extend this timeframe. All applicants will be contacted when a decision is made.

Contact us

For more information on the CCSP, please subscribe to our mailing list, visit our website, or contact us by email or by phone.

E-mail (program inquiries): ccsp-pscc@ps-sp.gc.ca
Telephone (departmental inquires): 1-800-830-3118

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