Title:
Empowering GBV Shelter Staff and Service Users through Education on "Red Flag" Laws
Agreement Value:
$181,908.00
Agreement Date:
Oct 9, 2025 - Mar 31, 2027
Description:
This project aims to educate Manitoba’s gender-based violence emergency shelter staff, their service users, and the general public about “Red Flag” laws, focusing on how these laws can help prevent firearm-related harm. The initiative will provide comprehensive information on applying for protections under Red Flag laws, ensuring accessibility for those who need them and contributing to a safer, more resilient Canada.
Organization:
Public Safety Canada
Expected Results:
The immediate outcomes focus on improving knowledge and collaboration within Canada’s public safety systems. Collaboration with legal professionals and law enforcement will strengthen interdisciplinary efforts. For intermediate outcomes, advocacy based on client and public feedback will lead to policy and legislative recommendations. Public education and confidence in criminal justice, emergency management, and national security systems will grow through engagement with legal and law enforcement professionals. Ultimately, these efforts aim to create a safer, more secure, and resilient Canadian society through public engagement and a focus on vulnerable communities.
Location:
Winkler, Manitoba, CA R6W 4A6
Reference Number:
088-2025-2026-Q3-00024
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Recipient's Operating Name:
MAWS
Recipient's Legal Name:
Manitoba Association of Women's Shelters Inc.
Federal Riding Name:
Portage—Lisgar
Federal Riding Number:
46005
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.