How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 200000% of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who are the financial supporters of the Disaster Financial Assistance Program — Non-profits?

Disaster Financial Assistance Program — Non-profits is funded by Government of Nova Scotia

What are Disaster Financial Assistance Program — Non-profits's eligibility criterias?

The organization must operate as a non-profit. The property must be owned by the organization and must have been damaged during specified wildfires. The facility must operate in the community's interest with unrestricted public access.

Disaster Financial Assistance Program — Non-profits

Last Update: July 22, 2025

NS, Canada

Funding for Nova Scotia wildfire damage to non-profits

Disaster Financial Assistance Program — Non-profits at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $200,000

Timeline

Open Date : May 27, 2023
Closing date : February 1, 2024

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Arts, entertainment and recreation

Grant Providers

Government of Nova Scotia

Program status

Closed

Overview of the Disaster Financial Assistance Program — Non-profits program

If you are a not-for-profit, you can gain access to financial assistance to cover costs related to repairing and replacing uninsurable, essential basic property loss due to the spring 2023 wildfires.

Financing terms and conditions

The Disaster Financial Assistance Program for non-profits affected by the spring 2023 wildfires provides a specific financing modality to support recovery efforts. This grant aims to cover the costs related to the repair and replacement of uninsurable essential basic property.

Financial assistance is capped at $200,000 for eligible repair and replacement costs.

Eligible projects & activities

This grant assists non-profits in recovering from uninsurable damage or loss caused by the spring 2023 wildfires. Eligible projects include repairing or replacing essential basic property such as appliances and furniture.

Repairing or replacing uninsurable basic property losses like appliances.
Replacing furniture destroyed by the spring 2023 wildfires.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 70,000

Replacing destroyed furniture and equipment at a local daycare center affected by the wildfires

$ 125,000

Repairing fire damage and replacing essential items at a local arts center

$ 80,000

Repairing and replacing essential equipment at a local youth sports club affected by wildfires

$ 60,000

Replacing essential kitchen appliances at a community soup kitchen affected by the wildfires

$ 120,000

Repairing damage and replacing equipment at a senior community center affected by the wildfires

$ 120,000

Renovating and replacing equipment in a local public library affected by the wildfires

Eligibility criteria of the Disaster Financial Assistance Program — Non-profits program

Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile and circumstances of the damage or loss during the disaster period.

The damage occurred during the wildfires in Halifax Regional Municipality, Shelburne County, and Yarmouth County from 27 May to 11 June 2023.
The applicant does not have insurance to cover the entire loss.
The organization owns the property affected by the wildfires.
The organization operates as a non-profit entity.
The organization operates a facility in the community’s interest with unrestricted public access.

Who is eligible?

Non-profit organizations that suffered damage or loss due to the spring 2023 wildfires, occurring in Halifax Regional Municipality, Shelburne County, and Yarmouth County, between 27 May and 11 June 2023. These organizations must not have insurance coverage for their entire loss, must own the damaged property, and operate as a non-profit providing unrestricted public access to their facilities.

Who is not eligible

This disaster financial assistance program targets non-profits with specific conditions related to damage from wildfires. No specific information about industries or companies that cannot apply is available within the context provided.

Eligible expenses

The Disaster Financial Assistance Program for non-profits focuses on providing support for repairing or replacing essential, uninsurable property damaged by the spring 2023 wildfires. Eligible activities are aimed at restoring basic functions through the coverage of specified costs.

Repair of uninsurable essential basic property damaged during the wildfires.
Replacement of uninsurable essential appliances lost due to the wildfires.
Restoration of essential furniture necessary for the function of the non-profit facility.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is available to non-profits located in geographically eligible areas affected by the spring 2023 wildfires in Nova Scotia. Assistance is targeted towards regions that experienced significant damage during the specified period.

Halifax Regional Municipality.
Shelburne County.
Yarmouth County.

Eligibility criteria of the Disaster Financial Assistance Program — Non-profits program

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant:

Damage must have occurred during the wildfires in specific regions between 27 May and 11 June 2023.
Applicants must not have insurance to cover the entire loss, must own the property, operate as a non-profit, and have a facility with unrestricted public access.

How to apply to the Disaster Financial Assistance Program — Non-profits program

Gather Required Information

Ensure you have the name of your insurance company, policy number, as well as your agent’s name and phone number.
Collect photos of the damage and any "before" photos if available.
Prepare an itemized description of damages or losses and obtain replacement cost estimates.
Get a copy of your articles of incorporation, your latest annual financial statements, and your rental agreement if applicable.
Identify authorized representatives to sign the application and the Confirmation of Insurance Form.

Fill Out Forms

Complete the Disaster Assistance for Non-profits Application Form.
Fill out the Confirmation of Insurance Form with the authorized representative of your insurance company.

Prepare Supporting Documents

Check the application form for a list of all required supporting documents.
Include all relevant documentation such as photos of the damage, itemized descriptions, and financial documents.

Submit Application

Ensure all forms are completed and signed by the authorized representatives.
Mail the completed application and all supporting documents to the address specified on the application form.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

Application forms need to be mailed to the designated address with all supporting documents attached.
211 Nova Scotia can offer assistance with application queries and document identification required in the process.
The financial assistance does not cover insured or insurable items, and food losses are explicitly excluded.
Authorized representatives from the organization and their insurance company must complete and sign specific sections of the application forms.
Documentation such as photos of damage, detailed descriptions, and financial records are critical for the application.

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