Employers
Employers: First Nations, Municipalities, and Institutions
To operate a Safety Officer Program, your organization must sign an Operating Agreement with the Manitoba Government.
CSO (Community Safety Officer) programs in Municipalities are currently self-funded. Training is however provided for by the Manitoba Government.
Starting a Safety Officer Program
If you are a Municipality, First Nation, or Institution interested in starting a Safety Officer program, send an email to SafetyOfficerProgram@gov.mb.ca with your organization or municipality’s information and contact.
A member of the Safety Officer Program Team will reach out to review your eligibility and help you get started.
Application & Guiding Documents
The following documents are available upon request to support new and existing Safety Officer Programs:
- Safety Officer Program Policy Manual
- Business Case for Program Application Form
- Safety Wellness Plan (example)
- Operating Agreement (template)
- Training Registration Application
- Criminal Background Requirements & Process
- Annual Reporting Form
- Application for MPI Driver & Vehicle Licensing Registration Data Access
- Application for Public Safety Communications System Radio Access
- Intelligence & Spotcheck Submission Process
- Application for Special Permit for Prohibited Lighting
Contact:
Manitoba Justice – Policing Services and Public Safety Division
1801 – 155 Carlton Street
Winnipeg, MB R3C 3H8
Email: SafetyOfficerProgram@gov.mb.ca
For Individuals
Interested in becoming a Safety Officer?
The Individuals page has details on qualifications, hiring, and training.
