The Saskatchewan government says it’s using funds seized from the proceeds of crime to improve safety services in Saskatoon.

The province announced Thursday that more than $437,000 is earmarked for Saskatoon police and the Saskatoon Downtown Youth Centre/EGADZ, for updates to transportation and technology services.

On top of that funding, an additional $386,000 is going to the Provincial Victims’ Fund.

“Our government values the strong partnerships we hold with law enforcement and community service providers as we work together to create a safer Saskatchewan,” said advanced education minister Ken Cheveldayoff, on behalf of justice minister Tim McLeod.

“Investments from the Criminal Property Forfeiture Fund to Saskatoon Police and EGADZ will ensure that modern technology and transportat

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