Indo-Canadian Voice
Wilson Miao, MP for Richmond Centre, and Parm Bains, MP for Steveston–Richmond East, on behalf of Marco Mendicino, Minister of Public Safety, announced on Monday that the City of Richmond will receive up to $2.68 million from the Building Safer Communities Fund (BSCF) to prevent gun crime and gang violence in the city.
This funding will help address the underlying conditions that give rise to crime. It will support community-led projects to prevent violence among young people who are involved in gangs, or at risk of joining them – helping them set themselves up for success in life. …
Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie said: “As safety is paramount to residents and businesses in Richmond, City Council has continued to work closely with the RCMP to make our community one of the safest in the region. Support such as the Building Safer Communities Fund plays an important role in preventing crime by allowing the City to expand and enhance important programs and initiatives. These include mentoring, skills-building, training, outreach, and educational opportunities for at-risk youth and young adults.” …