The Federal government is investing more than $327 million to reduce gun violence in Canada.
The five-year plan was announced today by Public Safety Minister Ralph Goodale in Surrey, one of the most heavily populated areas for related instances.
The funds will be spent on anti-gang initiatives, helping battle criminal activity, and to support law enforcement.
After the five years, the government looks to increase spending to $100 million each year.
In 2016, Public Safety Canada reported more than 2,400 firearms violations related to criminal activity; a 30% increase from three years prior.
It is unclear at this time how the funds will be distributed.