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Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Small Businesses - Manitoba - Canada
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Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Small Businesses

Disaster aid for Manitoba small businesses
Manitoba Tax Assistance Office (TAO)
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,000,000
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Manitoba, Canada

Overview

This program provides up to $3 million in disaster assistance for small businesses in Manitoba. It supports uninsurable losses linked to disaster response, recovery, and mitigation.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase production or service capacity
  • Increase operational productivity
  • Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 3,000,000 $
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
  • Retail trade
  • Transportation and warehousing
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • 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

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Disaster response activities
  • Recovery and repair work
  • Mitigation and resilience improvements
  • Temporary relocation or stabilization measures

Documents Needed

  • Photographs of damaged or lost items
  • Completed claim form approved by Manitoba EMO
  • Relevant documents and information supporting the claim
  • Any additional documents requested by Manitoba EMO

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Small businesses
  • Businesses operating in Manitoba

Who is not eligible

  • Businesses with insurable losses
  • Businesses with gross revenue of $15 million or more
  • Businesses unable to purchase insurance because of poor property condition

Eligible expenses

  • Disaster response, recovery, and mitigation costs
  • Repair or replacement of essential assets and structures
  • Cleanup and debris removal
  • Temporary access, security, and stabilization work
  • Initial and additional repair payments tied to verified losses

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Basic and essential items only are considered
  • Books, recreational items, and seasonal decorations are not eligible

Eligible geographic areas

  • Manitoba

Processing and Agreement

  • Application is first screened for eligibility
  • An inspection may be arranged if the claim may qualify
  • The claim is evaluated after inspection to determine assistance
  • A written decision is issued, including payment details and appeal rights
  • Appeals may be submitted in writing within 60 days

Additional information

  • The program is a last-resort form of disaster assistance.
  • Assistance is available only when a disaster program has been announced.
  • Support may be provided in stages, including initial and additional payments.
  • Appeals must be made in writing within the stated deadlines.

Contacts

dfa@gov.mb.ca
2049453050

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Small Businesses Program

What is the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Small Businesses?

This program provides up to $3 million in disaster assistance for small businesses in Manitoba. It supports uninsurable losses linked to disaster response, recovery, and mitigation.

How much funding can be received?

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

Who is eligible for the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Small Businesses program?

To be eligible for the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Small Businesses program, you must: Gross revenue under $15M Uninsurable disaster damage Business impacted by a declared disaster

What expenses are eligible under Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Small Businesses?

Disaster response activities Recovery and repair work Mitigation and resilience improvements Temporary relocation or stabilization measures

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

You can contact Manitoba Tax Assistance Office (TAO) by email at dfa@gov.mb.ca or by phone at 2049453050.

Where is the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Small Businesses available?

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

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

Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) - Small Businesses is a Other Support