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Title:

Red Flag Law Awareness: Protecting Against Firearm Harm in Gender-Based Violence

Agreement Number:

26095

Agreement Value:

$200,000.00

Agreement Date:

Oct 6, 2025 - Mar 31, 2027

Description:

Leveraging existing public education networks, Gender-based violence (GBV) service providers, and family law audiences—along with associated partnerships, communities of practice, and advisory committees—this project will develop and share knowledge of Red Flag laws and associated emergency legal options, such as emergency protection orders and emergency limitations on access orders. Knowledge mobilization products will be tailored for rural public audiences through the Neighbours, Friends and Families (NFF) infrastructure; for family law professionals through the Family Violence, Family Law (FVFL) Awareness to Action partnerships; for communities of practice and knowledge mobilization networks; and for GBV service providers through Canada’s leading knowledge mobilization resource for this sector, the Learning Network (LN).

Organization:

Public Safety Canada

Expected Results:

The project’s immediate outcomes focus on increasing knowledge and understanding of Canada’s public safety systems by developing and distributing bilingual resources and training on Red Flag laws. These materials will provide clear guidance on risk identification and emergency intervention strategies for legal, gender-based violence (GBV), and community stakeholders. Intermediate outcomes include enhancing the capacity of national voluntary organizations and not-for-profits by offering sector-specific training, tools, and collaborative platforms that enable them to educate, advocate, and respond effectively to GBV and legal protection needs. Community capacity will also grow as legal, GBV, and rural education sectors receive tailored resources and training on Red Flag laws, fostering collaboration and improving support for victims, families, offenders, and frontline responders. Ultimately, the project aims to create a safer, more secure, and resilient Canadian society by empowering communities, service providers, and legal professionals with the knowledge and tools to identify and respond effectively to gender-based and family violence.

Location:

London, Ontario, CA N6A 3K7

Reference Number:

088-2025-2026-Q3-00031

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Academia

Recipient's Operating Name:

Western University

Recipient's Legal Name:

The University of Western Ontario

Federal Riding Name:

London Centre

Federal Riding Number:

35053

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.