Closed
High Risk Travel Compensation Program
Compensation for high-risk travel death benefits
Last Update: May 17, 2026
Funding available
$ 400,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides compensation for excluded life insurance benefits when a public service employee dies while on official travel in a high-risk area. Support may cover up to $400,000 for deaths arising from war or other hostile activities, subject to program rules.
/100
Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Enhance an existing program
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 400,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
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
Documents Needed
- Proof of loss
- All information and documentation required by the Treasury Board Secretariat
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Federal public service employees on official travel status.
- Employees of departments and agencies listed under Schedule 1, Part 1 of the Public Service Staff Relations Act.
Who is not eligible
- Employees not on official travel status.
- Workers outside the federal public service departments and agencies covered by the program.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Accidental death benefits.
- Double indemnity benefits.
- Claims unrelated to war zones or other hostile-area exclusions.
Eligible geographic areas
- High-risk areas defined by DFAIT.
Processing and Agreement
- The claim is reviewed after all required information and documents are received.
- Proof of loss must be established before payment is made.
- Compensation is paid to the named beneficiary or the estate.
- Participating departments and agencies administer the program under Treasury Board Secretariat direction.
Additional information
- The program is administered by participating departments and agencies under the direction of the Treasury Board Secretariat.
- Compensation is paid to the employee’s named beneficiary or estate, as provided in the original insurance policy.
- If multiple excluded life insurance policies apply, compensation is prorated among designated beneficiaries.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the High Risk Travel Compensation Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the High Risk Travel Compensation 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 High Risk Travel Compensation Program?
This program provides compensation for excluded life insurance benefits when a public service employee dies while on official travel in a high-risk area. Support may cover up to $400,000 for deaths arising from war or other hostile activities, subject to program rules.
How much funding can be received?
High Risk Travel Compensation Program Funds up to $400,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the High Risk Travel Compensation Program program?
To be eligible for the High Risk Travel Compensation Program program, you must:
Public service employee on official travel.
Death linked to war or hostile activity.
Travel in a DFAIT-defined high-risk area.
Who can I contact for more information about the High Risk Travel Compensation Program?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at none or by phone at 613-946-9347.
Where is the High Risk Travel Compensation Program available?
The High Risk Travel Compensation Program program is available across Canada.
Is the High Risk Travel Compensation Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
High Risk Travel Compensation Program is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the High Risk Travel Compensation Program?
High Risk Travel Compensation Program is funded by Government of Canada