In a move they say will enhance community safety, the provincial government announced today they were helping fund 15 more CCTV cameras in the city of Dauphin. According to a provincial release, the money will come from the Criminal Property Forfeiture Fund.
“Every Manitoban deserves to feel safe in their community and our government is tackling crime as well as the root causes of crime,” said Justice Minister Matt Wiebe. “The Criminal Property Forfeiture Act has been an invaluable tool to support local efforts to fight crime and continues to make a difference in the lives of Manitobans who are victims of crime. This program is a win-win. We can make communities safer while making drug traffickers and organized crime pay the price.”
The CPFF will kick in about $24,000 according to the province’s release. The 15 new high-resolution cameras will be installed at city-owned or city-affiliated facilities in Dauphin.
“We are grateful for the continued support from the Manitoba government through the Criminal Property Forfeiture Fund,” said Mayor David Bosiak, City of Dauphin. “These additional CCTV cameras will strengthen our efforts to enhance public safety in Dauphin, providing valuable tools for crime prevention and for protection for city-owned facilities. This investment not only helps deter crime but also promotes a greater sense of security for our residents. We are proud to partner with the Manitoba government to make Dauphin a safer place for everyone.”
According to provincial data, the CPFF has provided over $30 million to promote safer communities throughout Manitoba since its inception in 2009.
