January 8, 2026 – Prince George, British Columbia
Today, the Honorable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, announced new investments of more than $6.6 million through the Crime Prevention Action Fund (CPAF) in three Indigenous-led projects in Prince George, British Columbia. These initiatives will help young people develop their skills, strengthen their cultural ties and reduce risk factors linked to crime.
- The Tsay Keh Dene Nation received $2.2 million over five years to develop a community-based crime prevention program providing at-risk youth aged 8 to 25 with personalized case management plans and restorative justice solutions, including counseling, life skills and cultural workshops, and employment training.
- Lheidli T’enneh First Nation received $1.5 million over five years to support at-risk Indigenous and racialized youth by providing culturally appropriate programs and personalized supports aimed at helping youth make positive choices and reduce the risk of crime, including family support, education and awareness about drugs, alcohol and addictions.
- Takla Lake First Nation received $2.9 million over five years to lead a crime prevention initiative aimed at preventing youth gang involvement, violence and substance use. The program serves at-risk Indigenous youth from Takla Lake First Nation who are experiencing complex life changes through cultural teachings, traditional healing and community supports.
Today’s announcement highlights the Government of Canada’s support for Indigenous-led initiatives to address the root causes of crime and make communities safer. In addition to these new projects, this initiative encompasses previous investments, including $7.5 million in funding provided to the BC First Nations Justice Council through Public Safety Canada’s Indigenous and Northern Crime Prevention Fund (NICPF) to deliver a diversion program in response to homelessness and recidivism, as well as a post-release program offering counseling services, harm reduction resources, job training, educational training and mentoring support.
In total, these projects represent $14 million in federal funding for Indigenous-led crime prevention efforts. They demonstrate the Government of Canada’s support for community-based approaches that address the root causes of crime.
