Civil forfeiture grants support organizations at risk of hate-based crime
Indo-Canadian Voice Civil forfeiture grants support organizations at risk of hate-based crime posted by: Rattan MallPEOPLE in British Columbia will have safer access to places of worship and other community centres as organizations receive $242,000 in anti-hate grants to improve security and address property damage. “A thriving province is one where all people feel safe and supported, particularly in the spaces that celebrate cultural diversity and identity,” said Nina Krieger, […] The post Civil forfeiture grants support organizations at risk of hate-based crime first appeared on Indo-Canadian Voice.Indo-Canadian Voice
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PEOPLE in British Columbia will have safer access to places of worship and other community centres as organizations receive $242,000 in anti-hate grants to improve security and address property damage.
“A thriving province is one where all people feel safe and supported, particularly in the spaces that celebrate cultural diversity and identity,” said Nina Krieger, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, on Monday. “With antisemitism, Islamophobia and other forms of hatred on the rise in B.C. and across Canada, it’s important that people feel secure in synagogues, mosques and all the spaces where communities come together.”
Through the Civil Forfeiture Grant Program’s anti-hate stream, eligible places of worship, cultural community centres and other at-risk groups, such as 2SLGBTQIA+ organizations can receive grants to prevent and recover from hate-motivated crimes. This year, 24 grants are being provided to 20 organizations for safety measures, including:
* enhanced security equipment
* graffiti removal
* repairs of damaged property
These grants are part of government’s ongoing work to stop hate-based crime and build a safer, more-inclusive province for all people in British Columbia.
Funding for this program is made available through the Civil Forfeiture Office, which was established in 2006 with the purpose of removing the tools and proceeds of unlawful activity and redirecting them back into programs that support community safety and crime prevention.
The Civil Forfeiture Office continues to evolve by implementing innovative new tools to identify and forfeit the proceeds of crime, such as unexplained wealth orders. By turning unlawful proceeds into supports for those most at risk, government is addressing the root causes of crime, while disrupting the profit motive for criminal organizations.
MLA Amna Shah said that people in Surrey will benefit from provincial funding for community safety projects led by local organizations.
“I’m proud to see Civil Forfeiture Grant funding supporting programs that strengthen safety and wellbeing for young people and families in Surrey,” said Shah, MLA for Surrey City Centre. “These grants reflect our commitment to investing in frontline organizations that protect, empower, and uplift everyone.”
In Surrey, projects include:
- The Centre for Child Development of the Lower Mainland — Sophie’s Place Child and Youth Advocacy Centre
This project provides funding to support service delivery for the Sophie’s Place Child and Youth Advocacy Centre.
Amount: $200,000
- BC Lions Football Limited Partnership — Lions Pride
This project will mentor at‑risk youth (ages 13–16) by introducing them to Flag Football and highlighting the importance of making positive choices and choosing alternative activities to gang involvement. Amount: $75,000
- Surrey Women’s Centre — Interview Room Technology
This project supports technology improvements to the Interview Room.
Amount: $43,843
The BC New Democrat government is providing $8.23 million through the Civil Forfeiture Grant Program, supporting 173 community-led projects across the province. The funding comes from the seized proceeds of unlawful activity, which are redirected back into making our communities safer.
Quick Facts:
* Since Civil Forfeiture Office’s inception, more than $100 million in civil forfeiture recoveries have been given as grants supporting community organizations throughout B.C.
* The Province announced an open call for this year’s grant applications in November 2025.
* The Province is committed to identifying and removing systemic racism in policies, programs and services, and helping those who have experienced racism through the Anti Racism Act and Racist Incident Helpline.
Learn More:
* To see the 2024-25 Annual Report and see the list of 2025-26 Civil Forfeiture Grant recipients, visit:
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/
