2025 Program Update (Posted November 13, 2025)
The Government of Ontario has officially opened applications for the 2025–2026 Anti-Hate Security and Prevention Grant (AHSP). The province also announced an additional $12.75 million in new funding to help protect faith-based, cultural, and community organizations across Ontario. Eligible organizations can now apply for up to $10,000 in funding for approved security upgrades such as cameras, alarms, lighting, access control systems, and safety improvements. Applications are open now and will close in less than one month. Funding is first come, first served. If you need a grant-ready quote, site assessment, or help understanding what equipment qualifies, Force Security is assisting organizations in Niagara, Hamilton, and Toronto with fast, compliant documentation.
Download the Official Guide & Apply Online
Ontario has released the 2025–2026 Anti-Hate Security and Prevention Grant Application Guide, which explains eligibility, required documents, timelines, and how to complete the online application.
Use the resources below to get started:
We can help you understand the guide, choose eligible equipment, and prepare all required documentation.
Need help completing your application?
Force Security provides grant-ready quotes, site assessments, and compliant system designs for organizations in Niagara, Hamilton, and Toronto.
Ontario’s Anti-Hate Security and Prevention Grant helps local organizations protect the spaces where people gather. Every year, the province provides funding to help faith-based, cultural, Indigenous, and 2SLGBTQ+ organizations upgrade their security — including cameras, alarms, lighting, and access control systems.
The 2025–2026 grant is expected to reopen later this year, based on last year’s timeline that ran from late October to early December. If you’re in the Niagara, Hamilton, or Toronto area, now’s the time to start planning your upgrades and getting quotes ready before applications open.
What the Grant Can Cover
Organizations can use the grant for almost anything that improves safety and helps prevent hate-motivated incidents. This includes:
Security camera systems and upgrades (including advanced TiOC cameras with lights and sirens)
Intrusion alarms connected to 24-hour ULC-certified monitoring
Access control systems for doors and entry points
Better lighting and building improvements
Cybersecurity or digital protection
Repairs to property damaged by hate-related incidents
In the last round, eligible groups received between five and ten thousand dollars, depending on their size and facility type.
Who Can Apply
The grant supports a wide range of community organizations, such as:
Churches, mosques, synagogues, and temples
Cultural and community centres
Indigenous organizations and band councils
2SLGBTQ+ centres and Pride spaces
Schools and after-school programs
Registered charities and nonprofits that host public gatherings
To qualify, your organization needs to operate a non-residential facility in Ontario where you hold regular cultural, community, or spiritual events.
When to Expect the 2025–2026 Application Period
While the government hasn’t confirmed official dates yet, it’s expected to open again in the fall of 2025, with funding rolling out in early 2026. Once it opens, applications usually stay live for about four to six weeks.
That means this is the perfect time to:
Review your building’s current security setup
Decide which upgrades are most important
Get a professional quote for eligible equipment
Make sure your organization’s paperwork is up to date
Being prepared early helps your application stand out and makes the process smoother once the program opens.
How Force Security Can Help
Force Security has been protecting Ontario homes and businesses for years with advanced alarm systems, professional installation, and 24-hour monitoring. We work with local organizations in Niagara, Hamilton, and Toronto to design and install systems that meet the grant’s requirements.
Here’s how we can help:
TiOC security cameras with built-in lights, sirens, and voice alerts
ULC-certified monitoring that provides around-the-clock protection
Access control and intercom systems for restricted entry points
Smart automation features that integrate with your existing setup
We also provide detailed written quotes and product information that can be attached directly to your grant application, helping you show exactly what you plan to install and how it meets the program’s goals.
Get Notified When Funding Reopens
If your church, mosque, synagogue, cultural centre, or nonprofit organization is located in Niagara, Hamilton, or Toronto, you can get ahead of the next Ontario Anti-Hate Security and Prevention Grant cycle by signing up below.
Fill out the quick form, and a member of the Force Security team will reach out as soon as the funding window opens. We’ll walk you through what’s covered, help you review your building’s security needs, and provide a free quote for eligible upgrades like cameras, alarms, and access control systems.
Together, we can make Ontario’s communities safer — one secure space at a time.
Protect What Matters Most
Ontario’s Anti-Hate Security Grant helps local organizations strengthen safety.
Force Security is here to help churches, community centres, and cultural spaces across Niagara, Hamilton, and Toronto get ready before applications open. Give us a call now!