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Red River Floodway Compensation Program
Compensation for flood-related property and economic losses
Last Update: May 5, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Overview
This program provides compensation for property damage and economic losses caused by artificial flooding linked to the Red River Floodway. It covers eligible damage and business or wage losses, with claims reviewed by Manitoba Emergency Measures Organization and appeal rights available.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Ensure financial sustainability
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Manitoba
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
Activities funded
- Claims for property damage caused by artificial flooding
- Claims for economic losses caused by artificial flooding
Documents Needed
- Compensation application form
- Preliminary estimate of damage or loss
- Schedule of loss
- Supporting documents requested by the Emergency Measures Organization
- Financial records for wage, salary, or business income claims
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals
- Corporations
- Partnerships
- Other incorporated or unincorporated business entities
Who is not eligible
- Applicants whose property was not damaged by artificial flooding
- Applicants whose loss source was outside the artificial flooding area
- Claims for buildings or structures excluded by Water Resources Administration Act orders
Eligible expenses
- Repair costs for damaged real or personal property
- Replacement costs for damaged real or personal property
- Wage or salary losses
- Business income losses
- Extraordinary working or business-related expenses
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Property damage claims when no artificial flooding occurred that year
- Claims for damage or loss outside the artificial flooding area shown in the floodway report
- Upgrades, improvements, or enhancements to damaged property, except when required by building codes or provincial standards
- Claims for property or losses tied to buildings or structures excluded under Water Resources Administration Act orders
Eligible geographic areas
- Manitoba
Processing and Agreement
- After submission, the Emergency Measures Organization inspects the damaged property and reviews the claim details.
- Additional documents or information may be requested during claim processing.
- A compensation statement is issued showing the award amount, calculation, and any reductions.
- The claimant must accept, dispute, or request a short extension within 30 days.
- If accepted, payment is issued; if disputed, the claimant may appeal to the Disaster Assistance Appeal Board.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Red River Floodway Compensation Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Red River Floodway 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 Red River Floodway Compensation Program?
This program provides compensation for property damage and economic losses caused by artificial flooding linked to the Red River Floodway. It covers eligible damage and business or wage losses, with claims reviewed by Manitoba Emergency Measures Organization and appeal rights available.
Who is eligible for the Red River Floodway Compensation Program program?
To be eligible for the Red River Floodway Compensation Program program, you must:
Artificial flooding damage or loss
Located in Manitoba
Property ownership or assigned claim right
What expenses are eligible under Red River Floodway Compensation Program?
Claims for property damage caused by artificial flooding
Claims for economic losses caused by artificial flooding
Who can I contact for more information about the Red River Floodway Compensation Program?
You can contact Government of Manitoba by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Red River Floodway Compensation Program available?
The Red River Floodway Compensation Program program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the Red River Floodway Compensation Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Red River Floodway Compensation Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Red River Floodway Compensation Program?
Red River Floodway Compensation Program is funded by Government of Manitoba