The provincial government had already offered some incentives for homeowners installing security cameras and other security devices and now they’re expanding a program for local businesses to do the same.
Justice Minister Matt Wiebe announced today that the Manitoba government is launching a new Business Security Rebate Program to help businesses repair property damage and make security upgrades. The Business Security Rebate Program has $10 million available to provide rebates on a first-come, first-served basis to Manitoba businesses with 75 or fewer employees per location.
“Our government is stepping up to support business owners with the Manitoba Business Security Rebate,” said Wiebe. “We came together with community stakeholders and our partners in the police to tailor this rebate to address the security needs of Manitoba businesses, workers and communities.”
According to a provincial release, eligible businesses can apply for up to $2,500 per location to offset the cost of purchasing security equipment or repairing property damage on or after Aug. 23, 2024. Eligible expenses include security and doorbell cameras, alarm systems, motion detectors, window protection, anti-graffiti film and paints, and security fencing and lighting.
Eligible repairs, meanwhile, include broken windows, broken doors and locks, damages from forced entry or arson, insurance deductibles related to damage repairs, graffiti removal, replacement of signage and cash systems, and temporary boarding or fencing to secure premises until permanent repairs can be made.
Businesses can apply for security rebates and read the full list of eligible and ineligible expenses at: www.manitoba.ca/justice/securityrebate.html.
