Security rebate program reopens to applications

The provincial government has reopened applications for a security rebate program, Justice Minister Matt Wiebe announced Wednesday.

“Everyone deserves to feel safe in their home and community, and added security measures can help with that,” he said in a news release. “There was a huge response from Manitobans when we launched this program last year, which is why we are continuing to offer this rebate so that more families can purchase security equipment at a lower cost.”

The program, which launched in June 2024, offers a $300 rebate to homeowners and tenants for buying security equipment. Eligible upgrades include security cameras, locks, doorbell cameras, alarm systems, motion detectors, reinforced doors or windows, anti-graffiti film and paints, security gates, pull-down protection shutters and permanent security fencing.

The rebate program applies to qualifying security equipment or enhancements bought and installed by homeowners or tenants on or after Aug. 23, 2024. The program will be closed when it reaches $2 million in applications.

A separate rebate tailored to small businesses will be launched later this year, the release said.