Anti-hate funding expanded in Canada [Video]

The federal government has expanded a security program that aims to fight hate crime.

“There is no place for hate in Canada,” said Irek Kusmierczyk, Windsor-Tecumseh Member of Parliament.

“Communities have felt the sting of hate crime or vandalism or graffiti. They feel insecure.”

The “Canada Community Security Program” will provide $16 million per year of funding that will cover 70 per cent of the costs on various security measures including cameras, alarm systems, fencing and temporary security personnel, if needed.

In addition to places of worship, connecting offices, community centers, childcare centres and cemeteries can apply.

“We have a lot of conflict, and we pray God bring peace,” said Father Moses of St. Mary and St. Moses Coptic Orthodox Church. The congregation, along with the Serbian Orthodox Church, received a total of $95,000 from a similar program called the “Security Infrastructure Program.” The program has now ended.

Moses said …