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2025 Wildfires Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) Program
Disaster recovery support for wildfire-affected organizations
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,000,000
Timeline
- Closing date : October 1, 2026
Location
Manitoba
Overview
Provides up to $3 million in disaster assistance for eligible wildfire-related costs. Supports municipalities, businesses, farms, non-profits, and individuals with response, recovery, mitigation, and relief activities after a natural disaster.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : October 1, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- $ 15,000,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
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Activities funded
- Wildfire response and emergency support
- Recovery and infrastructure restoration
- Temporary housing and relief supports
- Disaster mitigation and preparedness projects
- Community recovery and resilience planning
Documents Needed
- Insurance declaration form
- Community Impact Assessment
- Council resolution
- Property tax bill and ownership proof
- Photos, invoices, and proof of payment
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipalities
- Businesses and farms
- Non-profit organizations
- Local authorities
- Watershed districts
Who is not eligible
- Secondary residences such as cottages
- Businesses with insurable losses
- Organizations with revenue above the program limit, unless exempted
Eligible expenses
- Emergency response and evacuation costs
- Repair, restoration, and debris removal
- Temporary housing and emergency supports
- Mental health and financial counselling
- Disaster mitigation and resilience improvements
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Insurable losses
- Regular operating and maintenance costs
- Lost income, wages, or revenue
- Secondary residences such as cottages
- Routine seasonal preparedness
Eligible geographic areas
- Manitoba
- Municipalities affected by the 2025 wildfires
Processing and Agreement
- Application is screened for eligibility
- Inspection may be arranged after screening
- Claim is reviewed and assistance is calculated
- Written decision is issued to the claimant
- Appeal is possible after the decision
Additional information
- The program is a last-resort form of disaster assistance.
- Applications are announced through Manitoba government news releases.
- Claimants may need to work with a recovery advisor after approval.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the 2025 Wildfires Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the 2025 Wildfires Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the 2025 Wildfires Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) Program?
Provides up to $3 million in disaster assistance for eligible wildfire-related costs. Supports municipalities, businesses, farms, non-profits, and individuals with response, recovery, mitigation, and relief activities after a natural disaster.
How much funding can be received?
2025 Wildfires Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) Program Funds up to $3,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the 2025 Wildfires Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) Program program?
To be eligible for the 2025 Wildfires Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) Program program, you must:
Uninsurable disaster losses
Defined disaster event
Application by deadline
What expenses are eligible under 2025 Wildfires Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) Program?
Wildfire response and emergency support
Recovery and infrastructure restoration
Temporary housing and relief supports
Disaster mitigation and preparedness projects
Community recovery and resilience planning
Who can I contact for more information about the 2025 Wildfires Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) Program?
You can contact Municipality of West Elgin by email at dfa@gov.mb.ca or by phone at 204 945-3050.
Where is the 2025 Wildfires Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) Program available?
The 2025 Wildfires Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) Program program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the 2025 Wildfires Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
2025 Wildfires Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) Program is a Grant and Funding