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By Alyssa Rudolph

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Security lights and cameras: Battleford’s crime-deterrence programs

Dec 1, 2025 | 2:08 PM

Battleford’s security programs continue to help deter crime within both communities.

Over the years, the Battlefords have seen great success with the security camera assistance program and Eyes that Care.

Over 500 cameras within the Battlefords are currently registered with Battlefords Citizens on Patrol (COPP). The program helps to voluntarily provide potential video evidence to RCMP and community safety officers.

In the city of North Battleford, residents who register their cameras into the assistance program can receive reimbursement. A maximum of $150 can be reimbursed to any business or residence that installs a minimum of two outdoor cameras. Additionally, if cameras are added to a location that has existing surveillance, the resident could qualify for up to $200.

The public and intergovernmental relations coordinator for the city said to qualify; proof of installation is needed.

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“For the reimbursement, you have to provide proof of ownership that you have purchased these [cameras],” said Candace Toma. “So, you’d have to provide a receipt, show that they were installed. You just have to send in a picture that shows that they’re actually up.”

Registered cameras must be high definition and be able to perform with night vision capabilities. The recording system must also be capable of providing copies of incidents observed using CD, DVD, or USB.

Doug Fehr, the chairperson of COPP said for now, the town of Battleford has decided to opt out of the reimbursement program. However, residents are still encouraged to register their outdoor cameras.

“Quite frankly, we had considered running one with the town, but we were just concerned that we didn’t have the manpower to operate it effectively. So, it’s something we may investigate in future years, or the town may decide to run it on its own,” Fehr said.

The city of North Battleford also has an Eyes that Care program where they provide free solar powered security lights that go on people’s houses along with an ‘Eyes that Care’ sign to be displayed in the front window.

“It’s crime prevention through environmental design and that includes making sure that properties are well lit,” said Toma.

Residents are reminded that both programs are free of charge, voluntary, and confidential to help deter crime in their neighborhoods.

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alyssa.rudolph@pattisonmedia.com