Emergency Evacuation Relief Program

Overview:

The Emergency Evacuation Relief Program (EERP) provides one-time financial assistance to Northwest Territories residents who are required to evacuate their community due to a natural disaster, such as a wildfire or flood. The funding helps cover immediate expenses during an evacuation, including accommodation, food, fuel, and other essential needs.

Funding Amount:

Eligible evacuees may receive:

• $800 for each resident aged 18 years and older
• $400 for each dependent under 18 years of age

Funding is provided as a one-time direct deposit payment to help with emergency living expenses during an official evacuation.

Eligibility / Who It’s For:

Eligible applicants must:

• Be a resident of the Northwest Territories.
• Have evacuated their home community due to an official evacuation order issued by their community government.
• Be registered as an evacuee with their community government.
• Not be submitting a claim for the same expenses through insurance.

Applicants may also be required to provide:

• Government-issued photo identification
• Proof of residency in the evacuated community
• Documentation for any dependents included in the application
• Direct deposit information

Province/Scope:

Northwest Territories

Deadline:

Applications should be submitted as soon as possible after an evacuation order is issued. Applicants must apply within 14 days after the evacuation order is lifted to remain eligible for funding.