The following initiatives stem from the work of the ministerial committee created to support recovery efforts in the Conception Bay North Area. The committee continues to work diligently to coordinate efforts with all partners and is focused on immediate relief and medium-term recovery supports.
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- Financial Assistance and Supports Available for Households
- Support for Employees
- Water Quality
- Public Notices
Financial Assistance and Supports Available for Households
If you were ordered to evacuate your primary home in the Conception Bay North area for more than 14 days, if it is unhabitable and not insured, help is available.
- $1,000 will be provided to the household, once a month, to those who can reside in private accommodations with family, friends, or community members.
- Up to $1,500 will be provided to the household, once a month, to assist with the cost of rental accommodations. You must keep and provide the receipts.
- Newfoundland and Labrador Housing will assist residents find accommodations at licensed hospitality establishments, like hotels, for those who are unable to secure either private or rental options. Eligible households must register by calling toll free: 1-855-724-3391.
The Temporary Housing Assistance Program has been extended to March 31, 2026.
Households must be registered with the Canadian Red Cross. If you have already registered, you do not need to again. For more information, please click here.
Water Quality
Wildfires or fire suppression measures may impact private well water. Please click here for more information on wildfires and wells, or contact the Department of Environment and Climate Change at water@gov.nl.ca.
When deemed safe to do so, sampling arrangements will be made for areas impacted by wildfire or fire suppression measures.
Public Notices
Canada Post is providing a free mail forwarding service offer to residents and businesses of Broad Cove and Western Bay. Click here for more information: Canada Post: Important information for customers affected by wildfires
For guidance on returning to homes and properties in areas where wildfires recently occurred. Click the link to learn more: Returning Home Safely After a Wildfire
For information on making a home insurance claims. View the details by clicking here: Insurance Information
A home inventory list can help expedite potential claims against your insurance policy. For more information, please click here: Home Inventory Checklist
Additional contact numbers available for support, explore the options here: Support Phone Numbers