International Development Grant

Counter Smuggling and Radiological Response Support for Critical Efforts in Ukraine

Project Number: CA-3-P011730001

Status: Closed

Country/Region:

Ukraine 100.00%

Maximum Contribution: $5,000,000.00

Start Date: July 29, 2022

End Date: October 31, 2024

Duration: 2.3 years

Project Description

This project seeks to reduce the threat to the Ukrainian and neighbouring populations from stolen or illicitly trafficked nuclear or radiological materials. This is done by securing critical borders currently under Ukrainian control and addressing vulnerabilities near sensitive nuclear facilities and newly recovered territory. Project activities include: (1) providing radiation detection communication patrol and surveillance equipment to Ukraine’s State Border Guard Service the State Emergency Service and the National Police of Ukraine; and (2) providing related operational and maintenance training on the equipment.

Expected Results

The expected outcome for this project is improved detection and response to nuclear or radiological security incidents by Ukraine’s Border Guard Service the State Emergency Service and the National Police of Ukraine at border sites and within the country.

Progress & Results Achieved

Results achieved at the end of the project (September 2024) include: (1) delivered nuclear and radioactive detection devices and ancillary equipment. This includes 43 vehicles portable radiation detection equipment radioisotope identification devices thermal monoculars and personal protective equipment; and (2) provided operational and maintenance training to 31 law enforcement officials (10 women and 21 men) on the equipment. This training increased their knowledge skills and abilities regarding counter-nuclear smuggling and radiological detection operations.

Key Information

Executing Agency:
United States Departmentof Energy

Reporting Organization:
Global Affairs Canada

Program:
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Last Modified:
September 19, 2025

Development Classifications

DAC Sector:

Disarmament of Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) 100%

Aid Type: Project-type interventions

Collaboration: Bilateral

Finance Type: Aid grant excluding debt reorganisation

Selection Mechanism:
Foreign Affairs and Trade Gs&Cs

Budget Breakdown
2022-04-01 to 2023-03-31 $5,000,000 CAD
Geographic Information
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Project Number: CA-3-P011730001