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Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Local Authorities
Financial support for disaster recovery and response
Last Update: May 5, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,000,000
Timeline
- Closing date : October 1, 2026
Location
Manitoba, Canada
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.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
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 $
Timeline
- Closing date : October 1, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
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
- Community Impact Assessment
- Council resolution requesting DFA
- Invoices and proof of payment
- Photos of damaged sites and repairs
- Timesheets, payroll records, and supporting work records
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Local authorities
- Watershed districts
- Municipalities
Who is not eligible
- Claims for insurable losses
- Claims for loss of income or revenue
- General wildland firefighting costs
- Secondary properties such as cottages
Eligible expenses
- Debris removal and cleanup
- Equipment use, mobilization, and hauling
- Personnel overtime and temporary staff costs
- Engineering, claim preparation, and administrative costs
- Temporary housing, mental health, and financial counselling supports
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Insurable losses
- Regular operating, maintenance, and preparedness costs
- Loss of income, revenue, wages, or market share
- General wildland firefighting
- Deductibles for local authorities
Eligible geographic areas
- Manitoba
Processing and Agreement
- The claim is reviewed by Manitoba EMO.
- An inspection may be arranged to assess damages.
- The local authority receives a written decision.
- Approved claims may receive a recovery advisor.
- Payments and reconciliation statements are issued after review.
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
Frequently Asked Questions about the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Local Authorities Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Local Authorities. 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 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:
Natural disaster event
Uninsurable direct damage
Claim by deadline
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 Other Support