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Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Local Authorities - Manitoba - Canada
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Source verified July 23, 2026

Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Local Authorities

Financial support for disaster recovery and response
Offered by
Manitoba Tax Assistance Office (TAO)

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Latest source update
Last Update: October 10, 2026
Latest change: The Active DFA Programs page no longer shows the online application link or the alternate instructions for downloading, mailing, or obtaining an application through a municipal office.
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DFA application methods removed
The Active DFA Programs page no longer includes the direct online Apply for DFA link. It also no longer describes downloading and printing the application form, requesting a mailed copy, or applying through a municipal office.
Funding available
$ 3,000,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Who can apply

Primary residences

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Overview

Provides financial support for disaster response, recovery and relief. The maximum assistance is up to $3 million, for eligible disaster-related activities such as restoring infrastructure, emergency response, and community support services.
Receipt of requests is now closed
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At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop a new program or service
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 3,000,000 $
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Manitoba
Legal structures
  • Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
  • $ 15,000,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups

Next Steps

1
Determine your project

Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 2

Activities funded

  • Disaster response activities
  • Infrastructure repair and restoration
  • Relief and recovery supports for affected people and organizations
  • Recovery planning and resilience-related activities

Documents Needed

  • A completed Community Impact Assessment (CIA)
  • A resolution from the local authority requesting DFA

Official resources

Program guide

changes la webinar

Changes to Manitoba’s Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) Program FAQs for Local Authorities

Changes to Manitoba’s Disaster Financial Assistance Program For Local Authorities and Watershed Districts

Application form

Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) File Upload

Emergency Management Organization

Forms and Policies

Insurance Declaration Form - Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA)

Municipal Claim Form

Supporting document

3.0 What are the record-keeping requirements?

Claimform Locauth

Cost Sharing Calculator

Cost Sharing Calculator 2026

Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) for Local Authorities: What to Expect

Other relevant PDF

Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Community Engagement Schedule

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Primary residences
  • Farms
  • Businesses
  • Non-profit organizations
  • Municipalities

Who is not eligible

  • Secondary properties such as cottages
  • Applicants seeking compensation for loss of income, revenue, wages, market share or opportunity
  • Applicants with insurable damages

Eligible expenses

  • Expenses required to respond to the disaster
  • Expenses to restore essential services
  • Expenses to repair damaged infrastructure to the immediate pre-disaster condition

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Insurable damages
  • Secondary properties such as cottages
  • Loss of income, revenue, wages, market share or opportunity
  • Claims where adequate overland flood insurance was available for purchase in the impacted region or community

Eligible geographic areas

  • Rural Municipality of Woodlands - Warren
  • Rural Municipality of St. Andrews - Clandeboye
  • Town of Swan River
  • Swan Valley West

How to apply

  • Submit a CIA as soon as possible after the event.
  • For municipalities, submit a Council Resolution and Community Impact Statement.
  • Apply for DFA through the online application form.
  • Submit invoices and event-related expenses by June 11, 2027.
  • Municipalities accepted into the program must submit costs related to responding to the disaster by June 11, 2027.
  • Municipalities accepted into the program must submit costs related to restoring uninsurable infrastructure or for relief and recovery supports by June 11, 2028.

Processing and Agreement

  • Manitoba EMO conducts a preliminary screening after the application is submitted.
  • If the preliminary screening suggests eligibility, an onsite inspection of the land, building and/or other property will be conducted.
  • After the inspection, Manitoba EMO determines whether the claim qualifies for DFA based on the program's guidelines and policies.
  • Written confirmation of receipt is sent within two weeks after submission.

Additional information

  • A dedicated liaison is assigned to each local authority.
  • Advance and progress payments may be available.
  • The program is open for two years.
  • Appeals are available after a written decision.

Contacts

dfa@gov.mb.ca
204-945-3050
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Local Authorities Program

What is the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Local Authorities?

Provides financial support for disaster response, recovery and relief. The maximum assistance is up to $3 million, for eligible disaster-related activities such as restoring infrastructure, emergency response, and community support services.

How much funding can be received?

Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Local Authorities Funds up to $3,000,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Local Authorities program?

To be eligible for the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Local Authorities program, you must: Primary residences, farms, businesses and non-profit organizations affected by the heavy rains Farm annual gross revenues up to $15 million Small business yearly gross revenues up to $15 million

What expenses are eligible under Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Local Authorities?

Disaster response activities Infrastructure repair and restoration Relief and recovery supports for affected people and organizations Recovery planning and resilience-related activities

Who can I contact for more information about the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Local Authorities?

You can contact Manitoba Tax Assistance Office (TAO) by email at dfa@gov.mb.ca or by phone at 204-945-3050.

Where is the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Local Authorities available?

The Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Local Authorities program is available the province of Manitoba.

Is the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Local Authorities a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Local Authorities is a Grant and Funding