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Title:
Early and Long-Term Recovery Support for those Impacted by the 2025 Newfoundland and Labrador Wildfires
Agreement Number:
26235
Agreement Value:
$2,654,202.33
Agreement Date:
Mar 30, 2026 - Mar 31, 2027
Description:
This project is focused on providing early recovery and recovery supports responsive to the evolving needs of those impacted, and aims to provide supports to individuals and households impacted by the 2025 Newfoundland and Labrador Wildfires. The focus is providing assistance to primary and permanent residents of the impacted communities.
Organization:
Public Safety Canada
Expected Results:

Short-Term Outcomes

  • Improved access to recovery supports: Achieved by providing case management and financial assistance to address urgent needs and uninsured losses. 

  • Enhanced availability of mental health services: Delivered through embedded MHPSS specialists and culturally safe interventions.  

    Medium-Term Outcomes 

  • Increased capacity of households to navigate recovery: Supported through informational resources, referrals, and personalized recovery planning. 

  • Reduced barriers for vulnerable populations: Ensured through bilingual services, Indigenous engagement, and tailored outreach.  

    Long-Term Outcomes 

  • Resilient rebuilding and reduced future risk: Enabled by funding for mitigation measures and guidance on insurance and preparedness. 

  • Strengthened community recovery and well-being: Achieved through coordinated partnerships and trauma-informed approaches.
Location:
Ottawa, Ontario, CA K2P 2H8
Reference Number:
088-2025-2026-Q4-00159
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Recipient's Legal Name:
Canadian Red Cross – Ottawa
Federal Riding Name:
Ottawa Centre
Federal Riding Number:
35079
Program:
(COV19) Supporting the Canadian Red Cross’s Urgent Relief Efforts Related to COVID-19, Floods and Wildfires
Program Purpose:

Reduce the impact of COVID-19, floods and wildfires on Canadians by providing the necessary resources to the Canadian Red Cross (CRC) to keep Canadians safe.