Base funding for Next Generation 911 funding programs has been expanded to include the purchase and installation of Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) systems, or agents specifically for local fire dispatch. This applies to the 2023 and 2025 funding intakes.
New base funding parameters allow for the purchase and installation of CAD systems or agents in the eligible applicant’s fire department dispatch centre(s) and/or fire department vehicle(s) owned by the eligible applicant – provided the CAD system/agent is compatible with NG911-enabled capabilities based on the EIDO and/or IDX standards, and allowing the exchange of multi-media, secure data streams, RTT, etc.
For reference on technical considerations, please refer to Computer-Aided Dispatch Interoperability Strategies for Success.
For more information, please contact UBCM at lgps@ubcm.ca or 604-270-8226, extension 220.