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The Manitoba NDP government announced it was providing over $265,000 to support various programs and services in northern Manitoba. Justice Minister Matt Wiebe said in a release that the funding emphasizes the government’s commitment to making all Manitobans feel safe in their communities.
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The financial support will help rural law enforcement agencies acquire essential safety equipment and advance several community initiatives. Specific allocations include:
Equipment for the Junior Canadian Ranger program in Gillam and Fox Lake. Summer sport and safety equipment for Nelson House. Land-based learning events for youth in The Pas. Treaty Day events in Norway House. Transportation of equipment and supplies for the Wild North Dog Rescue.
Additionally, $150,000 from the fund will be dedicated to purchasing vehicles to improve the operations of First Nations Safety Officers in five First Nations communities.
Supt. Paul Peddle, Manitoba north district commander for the RCMP, highlighted the importance of engaging community members, especially youth, in positive activities.
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“The engagement of community members, especially youth, in positive, community-focused activities is such an important piece when it comes to crime prevention and safer communities,” Peddle said. “Providing enhancements to the First Nations Safety Officer program is essential, and having the funds allocated to do both the enhancements and the activities will promote the safety and well-being of all who live in the supported communities. This fund does important work that complements the efforts being made by the RCMP in those areas.”
The funding is sourced from the Criminal Property Forfeiture Fund, a program that utilizes the proceeds from the sale of seized criminal property to protect Manitoba families and enhance public safety.
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