National Crime Prevention Council

Don't Be Fooled by Fake Goods

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Friday, April 1, 2022
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WASHINGTON, March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Counterfeit products threaten both public health and safety as well as national security. This April Fools' Day, McGruff the Crime Dog® doesn't want Americans to be fooled by fake products.

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  • This April Fools' Day, McGruff the Crime Dog doesn't want Americans to be fooled by fake products.
  • Through PSAs, radio ads, games, and educational materials directed at tweens and teens, the Go For Real campaign hopes to change buying behaviors and raise awareness of the damage caused by fake products.
  • "From catching on fire to causing skin rashes, fake products cause real harm," said Paul DelPonte, NCPC's Executive Director.
  • Visit NCPC.org/GoForReal for resources on how to spot fake products, including the Dupe Detector Kit and online games.

Government of Canada supports youth in Montréal-Nord through a new program to address violence

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Thursday, February 24, 2022
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That is why the Government of Canada is investing in crime prevention projects tailored to the needs of youth, through the National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS).

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  • That is why the Government of Canada is investing in crime prevention projects tailored to the needs of youth, through the National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS).
  • With $1.5 million in federal funding, the Un itinraire pour tous' project - Jeunesse en action Montral-Nord will make a major difference for youth in that neighbourhood.
  • The project will create an intervention program for youth, helping them develop skills to live lives free from violence.
  • This is why we are also organizing, through youth initiatives, large-scale awareness campaigns to involve the whole community in figuring out how to prevent violence.

McGruff the Crime Dog® Teams Up with USPTO to Take a Bite Out of Fake Goods Sold Online

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Tuesday, November 30, 2021
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The campaign is especially focused on stopping fake electronics, cosmetics and personal care products, and sports equipment.

Key Points: 
  • The campaign is especially focused on stopping fake electronics, cosmetics and personal care products, and sports equipment.
  • Buy Smart," advises the iconic McGruff the Crime Dog who has helped generations of Americans Take a Bite Out of Crime.
  • The new ads reinforce an online and in-school education program arming teens and tweens with tools to spot fakes.
  • Our symbol of safety, McGruff the Crime Dog, has delivered easy-to-use crime prevention tips that protect what matters mostyou, your family, and your community.

American Income-AO Donates $15,000 to National Crime Prevention Council

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Friday, July 16, 2021
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For the 5th year in a row, Rick Altig, Rob Hay, and James Hill of American Income Life-AO have donated $15,000 to benefit the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC).

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  • For the 5th year in a row, Rick Altig, Rob Hay, and James Hill of American Income Life-AO have donated $15,000 to benefit the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC).
  • We hope to protect families every single day for years to come with the National Crime Prevention Council."
  • The National Crime Prevention Council is the nonprofit leader in crime prevention.
  • For more than 39 years, their symbol of safety, McGruff the Crime Dog, has delivered easy-to-use crime prevention tips that protect what matters most.

The National Shooting Sports Foundation® and the National Crime Prevention Council Release Two New 'McGruff® Gun Safety' Videos for Young Children

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Monday, February 25, 2019
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The videos, created by Danger Pigeon Studios, use animated characters to hold the interest of young children.

Key Points: 
  • The videos, created by Danger Pigeon Studios, use animated characters to hold the interest of young children.
  • "Through this collaboration with the National Crime Prevention Council, we hope to teach children nationwide how to make good, safe decisions around firearms."
  • "NCPC is thrilled to partner once again with NSSF on the important issue of gun safety," said Ann Harkins, President and CEO of the National Crime Prevention Council.
  • The National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) is the nonprofit leader in crime prevention.

The National Crime Prevention Council and Canon U.S.A., Inc. "Stop Fakes" Video Contest Winners Announced

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Friday, June 29, 2018
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WASHINGTON, June 29, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --The National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC), along with Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is excited to congratulate Anthony Pegg as the winner of the "Stop Fakes" video contest.

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  • WASHINGTON, June 29, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --The National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC), along with Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is excited to congratulate Anthony Pegg as the winner of the "Stop Fakes" video contest.
  • "Including consumers has made this an exciting contest," said Ann Harkins, president and CEO of NCPC.
  • The National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) is the nonprofit leader in crime prevention.
  • For more than 37 years, our symbol of safety, McGruff the Crime Dog, has delivered easy-to-use crime prevention tips that protect what matters mostyou, your family, and your community.