Toronto, ON – Canvass Global, a pioneering technology startup, today announced the launch of its groundbreaking platform designed to bridge the gap between law enforcement and community surveillance while prioritizing privacy rights.
This innovative platform enables homeowners, businesses, and organizations to register their surveillance cameras, set granular privacy controls, and decide when and how their footage is shared with law enforcement. In return, camera owners are compensated when their footage is used in an investigation, creating a win-win situation that balances public safety with privacy concerns.
“Traditional canvassing methods are time-consuming, labor-intensive, and often inefficient. We created Canvass Global to solve this problem by leveraging the growing network of private surveillance cameras in communities while ensuring that camera owners maintain full control over their data.”— Anthony Boyington, Founder and CEO of Canvass Global
The Canvass Global platform addresses a critical need in modern law enforcement, allowing officers to quickly identify and request footage from relevant cameras near a crime scene, improving response times and investigation efficiency, all while respecting the privacy rights of camera owners.
Key Features of the Platform
- Camera Registration: Homeowners and businesses can easily register their cameras and provide basic information about location, type, and field of view.
- Privacy Controls: Users have full control over when and how their footage is shared, with options to limit access based on time, location, or specific requests.
- Footage Requests: Law enforcement can securely request footage from camera owners through the platform, and camera owners can choose whether to respond.
- Community Rewards Program: Camera owners are compensated when their footage is used in an investigation, providing an incentive for participation.
- Security and Compliance: The platform uses end-to-end encryption and complies with privacy regulations such as GDPR and PIPEDA to ensure that all data is protected.
With the global video surveillance market estimated at USD 81.68 billion in 2024 and expected to reach USD 145.38 billion by 2029, Canvass Global is positioned to become a key player in this rapidly growing industry.
Launch Partnership with Toronto Police Service
Canvass Global also announced today a six-month pilot program with the Toronto Police Service, which will test the efficacy of the platform in helping law enforcement solve crimes faster while respecting privacy rights.
“We’re excited to partner with Canvass Global on this innovative approach to community safety. This platform aligns with our commitment to leveraging technology while respecting the privacy of our citizens. We believe this could significantly improve our investigative capabilities and strengthen our relationship with the community.”— John Smith, Chief Technology Officer, Toronto Police Service
The pilot program will initially focus on select neighborhoods in Toronto, with plans to expand across the city and potentially to other municipalities in Ontario if successful.
Looking ahead, Canvass Global plans to expand its platform to law enforcement agencies across Canada and the United States, with a focus on municipal departments in major urban centers.
Media Contact
Sarah Johnson
PR Manager, Canvass Global
Email: press@canvassglobal.com
Phone: +1 (416) 555-0123