OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 4, 2026 /CNW/ -- Today, the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, announced that the Government of Canada is matching donations made to the Canadian Red Cross' 2026 appeal for flooding in Manitoba.
Flooding in the Parkland Region of Manitoba this summer prompted numerous local states of emergency, evacuations, and caused significant damage to homes, farms, businesses, public buildings, healthcare facilities, and infrastructure.
The Government of Canada recognizes the hardship that this flooding has had on local residents. To support those experiencing significant impacts, the federal government is matching all eligible donations from individual Canadians and corporations made to the Canadian Red Cross' 2026 flood appeal for Manitoba.
In addition, the federal government will also match all eligible donations from individual Canadians and corporations made to the Canadian Red Cross for the flooding that took place in Ottawa in July 2026.
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"As flooding continues to become more frequent and severe, Canadians can rest assured that the federal government is here to assist when help is needed most. In July we worked to support the Manitoba-led response in the Parkland Region and this funding is another way the federal government can support the ongoing road to recovery here in Manitoba as communities and people across the province get back on their feet after the difficult days earlier this summer."
- The Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada
"The time required for people to recover from a flooding event is long after when the water recedes. For the individuals and families impacted, that is when the hard work begins. The Canadian Red Cross thanks everyone who donated to the Manitoba and Ottawa floods appeals, as well as the Government of Canada for matching donations. These matching funds will help people on their journey to recovery."
- Conrad Sauvé, President and CEO, Canadian Red Cross
"In the aftermath of the unprecedented flooding our government worked to ensure that Manitobans had the support they needed through the Disaster Financial Assistance and Manitoba Flood Relief Programs. We announced that we would be matching Red Cross donations and we are pleased to have our federal counterparts matching donations as well. We will continue to work closely with the federal government to provide the necessary support to all Manitobans affected."
- The Honourable Lisa Naylor, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure for Manitoba
"The Canada Day floods in Ottawa had a devastating impact on communities and homes. Many lost more than can be replaced. But our community came forward and helped by giving donations to the Canadian Red Cross to help their neighbours. Today the Government of Canada is also there to help with matching donations. We will always be there to support the people of Ottawa."
- Anita Vandenbeld, Member of Parliament for Ottawa West--Nepean
Quick Facts
- The latest information on Canada's response to flooding is available at Flooding: Federal response.
- Canadian homeowners, renters and businesses can improve their flood preparedness and resilience by learning more about steps they can take to reduce the impact of floods on their property at Canada.ca/flood-risk.
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- 2026 Manitoba Floods (Canadian Red Cross)
- 2026 Ottawa Floods Appeal (Canadian Red Cross)
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Contacts: Soraya Lemur, Press Secretary, Office of the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, [email protected]; Media Relations, Public Safety Canada, 613-991-0657, [email protected]
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