Closed
Emergency Management Assistance Program
Funding for First Nations emergency management and resilience
Municipality of West Elgin
Municipality of Trent Hills
Town of Stouffville
Town of Mono
Town of Petrolia
Town of Tillsonburg
Township of Terrace Bay
Township of Stone Mills
Township of St. Joseph
Township of Southgate
Township of South Algonquin
Town of Saugeen Shores
City of Sarnia
Township of Ryerson
Regional Tourism Organization 7 (RTO7)
Town of Renfrew
Town of Petawawa
Town of Penetanguishene
Municipality of Wawa
Township of Ramara
Township of North Dumfries
Township of Perth South
Town of Perth
Township of Melancthon
Town of LaSalle
City of Orillia
Township of Laurentian Valley (LV)
Township of Brock
Township of West Lincoln
Municipality of Huron East
Town of Goderich
Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative (GLSLCI)
Municipality of Red Lake
Township of Guelph/Eramosa (GET)
Town of Georgina
Township of Georgian Bluffs
Municipality of French River
Town of Fort Frances
Feeder Associations of Alberta (FAA)
Township of Essa
United Counties of Prescott and Russell (UCPR)
Town of East Gwillimbury (EG)
Township of Drummond/North Elmsley (DNE)
Town of Collingwood
City of Clarence-Rockland
CLSC Foundation (Thetford Region)
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Overview
Provides funding of up to $50 million per recipient each fiscal year. Supports emergency preparedness, mitigation, response, recovery, and wildfire-related initiatives for First Nations communities and other eligible recipients.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
- Other Health Services
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Environment
- Housing
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Emergency preparedness and mitigation projects
- Non-structural risk reduction projects
- FireSmart wildfire preparedness projects
- Emergency response and evacuation support
- Recovery and restoration activities after an emergency
Documents Needed
- Project proposal or work plan
- Detailed budget
- Supporting documentation
- Community support letters, if applicable
- Declaration by Band form, for response and recovery cases
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- First Nations communities
- Tribal councils
- Indigenous organizations
- Provinces and territories
- Local authorities and NGOs
Eligible expenses
- Training, workshops, and forums
- Planning, studies, and risk assessments
- Professional fees and consulting support
- Travel, accommodation, and related evacuation costs
- Low-value equipment and emergency supplies
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital equipment and structural infrastructure
- Second residences such as cottages
- Insurance costs
- Meals and food, unless travel-related
- Bank charges and interest
Eligible geographic areas
- Reserve communities in Canada
- Yukon lands set aside under the Cabinet Directive
- Modern treaty settlement lands
- Eligible communities in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, Yukon, and the Northwest Territories
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the regional office first.
- Eligible requests are forwarded to ISC headquarters for final review and approval.
- Applicants may be contacted for clarification or additional information.
- Funding may require a signed agreement before payment.
- Some projects and emergency claims may also be subject to audit or reporting.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed continuously until funds are exhausted.
- In British Columbia, FireSmart applications are handled by FNESS.
- Applicants may need to use regional office contacts for guidance and submission.
- Reporting requirements depend on the funding agreement and program rules.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Emergency Management Assistance Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Emergency Management Assistance Program. 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 Emergency Management Assistance Program?
Provides funding of up to $50 million per recipient each fiscal year. Supports emergency preparedness, mitigation, response, recovery, and wildfire-related initiatives for First Nations communities and other eligible recipients.
How much funding can be received?
Emergency Management Assistance Program Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Emergency Management Assistance Program program?
To be eligible for the Emergency Management Assistance Program program, you must:
Eligible First Nations locations
Project supports EMAP goals
Proposal submitted via region
What expenses are eligible under Emergency Management Assistance Program?
Emergency preparedness and mitigation projects
Non-structural risk reduction projects
FireSmart wildfire preparedness projects
Emergency response and evacuation support
Recovery and restoration activities after an emergency
Who can I contact for more information about the Emergency Management Assistance Program?
You can contact Municipality of West Elgin by email at qbpagu-emapfinancement-funding@sac-isc.gc.ca or by phone at 418-951-2283.
Where is the Emergency Management Assistance Program available?
The Emergency Management Assistance Program program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon.
Is the Emergency Management Assistance Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Emergency Management Assistance Program is a Grant and Funding