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Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Individual Claimants
Support for uninsurable disaster losses
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Latest source updateLast Update: July 8, 2026Latest change: Manitoba added a 2026 June Heavy Rains DFA program with new request, invoice, and municipal submission deadlines, plus a broader eligible applicant group for that event.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 8, 2026
Latest change: Manitoba added a 2026 June Heavy Rains DFA program with new request, invoice, and municipal submission deadlines, plus a broader eligible applicant group for that event.
DFA program updates for 2026 heavy rains
The Active DFA Programs page now shows a new 2026 June Heavy Rains program with a Program Announcement Date of June 11, 2026 and a Deadline to request DFA of September 9, 2026. It also shows a Deadline to submit invoices and event related expenses of June 11, 2027, plus municipal deadlines of June 11, 2027 and June 11, 2028 for different cost categories. For that event, the eligible applicant scope now includes primary residences, farms, businesses and non-profit organizations, and the page adds a new Apply for DFA form link and community engagement session schedule. The page also continues to state that insurable damages are not eligible, secondary properties such as cottages are never eligible, and DFA does not assist with loss of income, revenue, wages, market share or opportunity.
Funding available
$ 3,000,000
Deadline
September 9, 2026
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Overview
Disaster Financial Assistance supports individuals, homeowners and tenants in Manitoba affected by disasters. It provides financial help for uninsurable losses, essential needs and work required to restore basic functionality, including response, recovery and mitigation costs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Essential needs and work required to restore basic functionality
Documents Needed
- A copy of the insurance declaration form
- For homeowners: the most recent property tax bill for your property
- Tenants must provide proof that you live in the residence (Manitoba Drivers' Licence, Manitoba Health card, rental agreement or an attestation by the homeowner or leaseholder)
- Photographs of the damage
- Invoices and proof of payment for event-related repairs, when required
Official resources
Program guide
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals, homeowners and tenants impacted by a disaster
Who is not eligible
- Secondary residence or cottage
- Applicants who could have purchased available and adequate overland flood insurance
Eligible expenses
- Uninsurable losses for basic and essential needs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Insurable damages
- Loss of income, revenue, wages, market share or opportunity
How to apply
- Apply for DFA using the DFA application form.
- Municipalities must submit a Council Resolution and Community Impact Statement.
- Complete the Insurance Declaration Form and return it to Manitoba EMO.
Processing and Agreement
- All DFA applications go through an initial screening, and you will be notified by letter if you are not eligible for DFA.
- If you may be eligible for DFA, an inspection of your property may be arranged.
- Once an inspection has been completed, your claim will be evaluated in accordance with DFA policies and guidelines to determine your assistance.
- An initial payment may be issued based on losses and damages noted during the inspection and basic documentation you provided.
- Additional payments may be issued when paid invoice of repair or replacement is provided.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Individual Claimants Program
What is the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Individual Claimants?
Disaster Financial Assistance supports individuals, homeowners and tenants in Manitoba affected by disasters. It provides financial help for uninsurable losses, essential needs and work required to restore basic functionality, including response, recovery and mitigation costs.
How much funding can be received?
Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Individual Claimants Funds up to $3,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Individual Claimants program?
To be eligible for the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Individual Claimants program, you must:
Damages must be uninsurable
The damaged home must be your principal residence
What expenses are eligible under Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Individual Claimants?
Essential needs and work required to restore basic functionality
Who can I contact for more information about the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Individual Claimants?
You can contact Manitoba Tax Assistance Office (TAO) by email at dfa@gov.mb.ca or by phone at 1-888-267-8298.
Where is the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Individual Claimants available?
The Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Individual Claimants program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Individual Claimants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) – Individual Claimants is a Grant and Funding