Title:
Breaking the Cycle: Using Red Flag Laws to Prevent Violence and Harm
Agreement Value:
$100,000.00
Agreement Date:
Sep 11, 2025 - Mar 31, 2027
Description:
This project aims to educate and empower individuals at risk of firearm-related harm, specifically victims, survivors, and community organizations, by increasing awareness of Red Flag laws and providing accessible, culturally relevant information on how to apply for emergency prohibition and emergency limitations on access orders.
Organization:
Public Safety Canada
Expected Results:
The expected outcomes of this project will focus on increasing knowledge and awareness of Red Flag laws, including how to apply them. This increase in awareness will foster greater public education on Red Flag laws, boost confidence in Canada's criminal justice systems, and help build the capacity of voluntary organizations and communities to work with victims, offenders, families, and local officials. Ultimately, this will contribute to a safer, more secure, and more resilient Canadian society by improving service coordination and empowering individuals to take action against firearm-related violence.
Location:
Coquitlam, British Columbia, CA V3E 1Y6
Reference Number:
088-2025-2026-Q2-00048
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Recipient's Operating Name:
Low Entropy
Recipient's Legal Name:
Low Entropy Foundation
Federal Riding Name:
Coquitlam—Port Coquitlam
Federal Riding Number:
59008
Program:
(PDCP) Policy Development Contribution Program
Program Purpose:
The Policy Development Contribution Program (PDCP) provides contributions to forge greater consensus and cooperation among various levels of government and other stakeholders through policy initiatives and activities.