Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Supporting INTERPOL's Radiological and Nuclear Terrorism Prevention Unit – 2026 to 2027
Agreement Number:
7475122 P016782001
Agreement Value:
$5,000,000.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 6, 2026 - Jun 30, 2028
Description:
This project aims to reduce threats to Canadians and the international community posed by the proliferation and use of weapons of mass destruction. Project activities include: (1) implementing national capability assessment and training processes in high-priority countries to build nuclear counter-smuggling capabilities; and (2) implementing regional Geiger working groups gathering law enforcement and security service agencies. These groups seek to share information on nuclear and radiological security threats and emerging trends.
Organization:
Global Affairs Canada
Expected Results:
The expected outcome of this project includes improved collaboration between the law enforcement and security services communities on the exchange of information, criminal intelligence, lessons learned, and emerging threats and trends related to crimes involving radioactive materials.
Location:
Lyon, FR
Reference Number:
064-2025-2026-Q4-0185
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Recipient's Legal Name:
International Criminal Police Organization
Program:
Weapon Threat Reduction Program
Program Purpose:
The purpose of the Weapon Threat Reduction Program is to reduce the threat posed by the proliferation and use of weapons of mass destruction and select conventional weapons