OTTAWA - The Government of Canada announced today a call for proposals to strengthen public safety and enhance Canada's ability to prevent, prepare for and respond to various forms of terrorist threats by aiding in the development of science and technology solutions.
"The Department of National Defence is taking action to shape defence and public security capabilities," said the Honourable Peter Gordon MacKay, Minister of National Defence and Minister of the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency. "Through strategic partnerships and initiatives such as this, we are fulfilling our commitment to strengthening the security posture of Canada."
"Our Government is determined to take decisive steps to ensure the safety of Canadians against terrorism," said the Honourable Stockwell Day, Minister of Public Safety Canada. "The Government and people of Canada benefit greatly from the unique science and technology solutions delivered through this research and technology initiative as we continue our efforts to protect Canadians."
Up to $25 million will be available, under the Chemical, Biological, Radiological-Nuclear, and Explosives (CBRNE) Research and Technology Initiative, for new projects addressing a range of specific priorities identified by federal government departments and agencies that play a role in public safety and security.
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