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Emergency Response Grants

Q: How much funding can be received?

Emergency Response Grants Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: What expenses are eligible under Emergency Response Grants?

Providing basic needs such as food, water, and shelter during wildfire emergencies. Supporting transportation and mental health services for impacted populations. Implementing adaptive and responsive activities to meet immediate emergency needs.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Emergency Response Grants?

You can contact United Way British Columbia.

Q: Where is the Emergency Response Grants available?

The Emergency Response Grants program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Is the Emergency Response Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Emergency Response Grants is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Emergency Response Grants?

Emergency Response Grants is funded by United Way British Columbia

Last Update: March 4, 2026

Quebec, Canada

Financial aid for community emergency responses to wildfires and disasters.

Grant and Funding

United Way British Columbia

Overview

The Emergency Response Grants offer financial support for community agencies responding to crises caused by wildfires, with a maximum grant size of $15,000. These grants aim to assist affected populations by providing essential services such as food, shelter, transportation, and mental health support during the early stages of a disaster.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Raise awareness and mobilize the public

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 15,000 $

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Quebec

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Emergency and Relief
Income Support and Maintenance

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

Mixed revenue (<50% earned)

Scope

Provincial

Activities funded

Providing basic needs such as food, water, and shelter during wildfire emergencies.
Supporting transportation and mental health services for impacted populations.
Implementing adaptive and responsive activities to meet immediate emergency needs.

Examples of admissible projects:

Emergency support initiative for wildfire-affected communities

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Local community agencies and organizations supporting wildfire-affected populations.

Who is not eligible

Organizations not directly involved in wildfire emergency response or support.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Funding activities unrelated to crisis response.
Expenses for long-term recovery and reconstruction.
Procurement of non-essential or luxury items.
Activities outside the designated geographic region.
Projects not related to wildfire emergencies.

Eligible geographic areas

Specific regions affected by wildfires, such as the Wesley Ridge Fire area around Cameron Lake.

Selection criteria

Relevance of activities to wildfire emergency response.
Ability to mobilize quickly and deliver support effectively.
Demonstrated need within the affected community.
Coordination with local authorities and agencies.

How to apply

Step 1: Prepare your project proposal and budget outline.Step 2: Submit your application to the designated community support body or organization.Step 3: Await notification of approval or need for additional information.Step 4: Sign the funding agreement and commence project activities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Emergency Response Grants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Emergency Response Grants. 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.