Evacuee Resources

The financial benefit for Manitobans evacuated under a mandatory order will be $34 per day for each person aged 13 and older ($238 per week) and $27 per day for each child aged 12 and under ($189 per week).

Evacuation Centres

Winnipeg, Billy Mosienko Arena, 709 Keewatin Street, 24/7
Thompson, Baacos Restaurant, 58 Cree Rd, 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. daily
Brandon, Victoria Inn, 3550 Victoria Avenue, 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. daily

SASKATCHEWAN

Emergency Lines

Fire / Ambulance / Police: 9-1-1
Healthline 811 (Professional Health Advice and Mental Health and Addictions dedicated line): 8-1-1
9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline: 9-8-8

Wildfire Information

Highway Hotline: 1-888-335-7632

SPSA SK Wildfire Inquiry Line (8am-8pm): 1-855-559-5502

SPSA Live Updates

SPSA Evacuee Hub

SPSA At Home Resources

FireSmoke Canada

Crisis Lines:

(North Saskatchewan) Piwapan Women’s Centre Crisis Line (24/7): 306-425-4090

(North Saskatchewan) Northeast Crisis Line (24/7): 1-800-611-6349

Southwest Crisis Services (24/7): 1-800- 567-3334

Saskatchewan Farm Stress Line (24/7): 1-800-667-4442

Kids Help Phone (24/7): 1-800-668-6868 (Text: 686868)

Regina Mobile Crisis (24/7): 306-757-0127

Saskatoon Mobile Crisis (24/7): 306-933-6200

PA Mobile Crisis (4pm-8am): 306-764-1011

TELUS Health Community Crisis Line (24/7): 1-844-751-2133

General Counselling, Housing + Other Services:

Regina Mobile Crisis (24/7): 306-757-0127

Saskatoon Mobile Crisis (24/7): 306-933-6200

Rapid Access Counselling w/ Community Connect

211 Saskatchewan: 2-1-1

Text “Hello” to 211
Live Chat

Financial Assistance

Canada Red Cross (SK)(8am-10pm): 1-800-863-6582

Provincial Disaster Assistance Program

“Fire-related losses are not covered, although in extreme cases the following assistance may be made for wildfires:
- Dangerous tree removal; and
- Pre-emptive measures to protect eligible property as the wildfire approaches, such as firebreaks, fireguards and sprinklers.”

Ministry of Social Services: Potential one-time payment for change in circumstances.

SPSA: 1-855-559-5502 – They are able to get individuals registered for support with groceries, clothing, medication, accommodations and mental health supports.

Insurance

If you have an insurance claim, contact your insurance broker;

Each insurance company now has information or a link up on their websites for wildfire claims and FAQs or a number to call re claims

SGI

https://sgicanada.ca/documents/37159/71965/SGI-and-SGI-CANADA-Customers-Impacted-by-Evacuation.pdf/4342bfb1-47c3-4d1f-b961-c2394b692a7c

https://sgi.sk.ca/wildfires#:~:text=If%20your%20vehicle%20has%20been,visit%20your%20local%20claims%20centre.

SGI Canada – If you’ve been evacuated or your home was damaged by wildfire, SGI CANADA is here to help. Call us at 1-844-TLK-2SGI (1-844-855-2744)

Wawanesa – Wawanesa members are reminded they can contact the company 24/7 to open a claim by calling 1-844-929-2637

https://www.wawanesa.com/canada/claims/claim-information.html

TD – https://www.tdinsurance.com/products-services/home-insurance/tips-advice/forest-fires

Standard Insurance Broker – https://www.standardinsurance.ca/blog/canadian-wildfires-your-safety-is-important-to-us/

RBC – https://www.rbcinsurance.com/en-ca/home-insurance/prevent-minimize-property-damage/

Insurance Bureau of Canada – Informational

https://www.ibc.ca/contact-us

https://www.ibc.ca/insurance-basics/how-insurance-works/dispute-resolution

FCAA – Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority – https://www.fcaa.gov.sk.ca/

Evacuation update

Returned Home:

La Ronge, Air Ronge, Lac La Ronge Indian Band, Pelican Narrows, Weyakwin, Brabant Lake, Ramsey Bay, Sucker River, Nemeiben Lake, Hall Lake (most residents have returned or are returning as evacuation orders are lifted

Still Evacuated (as of recent updates):

Creighton, Denare Beach, East Trout Lake, Whelan Bay, and priority individuals in Cumberland House (some remain evacuated due to ongoing threats or lack of essential services).

Evacuation Centres

Prince Albert

Sask Polytech Campus: 1500 10^th Avenue East, Prince Albert; 1-866-467-4278
- An additional registration and shelter centre has opened at the Saskatchewan Polytechnic campus in Prince Albert for evacuees.
Prince Albert Grand Council Urban Services Centre: Another key registration and support site for evacuees.
Muskoday School (15 minutes south of PA): Transformed into a makeshift shelter, Muskoday School can accommodate up to 200 people.
City Campgrounds: The City of Prince Albert Exhibition is offering free RV and trailer campsites for evacuees at its campground.
Hotels: Days Inn,

Evacuees from Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation , Creighton, Denare Beach, East Trout Lake, Whelan Bay, and priority individuals from Cumberland House have been among those sheltered in Prince Albert

Saskatoon

Red Cross Shelter at Cosmo Civic Centre: 3130 Laurier Drive, Saskatoon
- The Canadian Red Cross operates shelters in Saskatoon for wildfire evacuees, providing emergency accommodation, meals, and support services.
Hotels: Travel Lodge, Saskatoon Inn, Heritage Inn, Quality Inn, Comfort Suites, Park Town, Super 8, Days Inn + Best Western
ChokeCherry Studios: Shelter for youth 13-27 as well as donations for clothing, hygiene, harm reduction, in-house counselling, snacks and a daily meal.

Evacuees from Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation, Creighton, Denare Beach, East Trout Lake, Whelan Bay, and Cumberland House have also been accommodated in Saskatoon

Batoche

Batoche Festival Grounds (Métis Nation–Saskatchewan):
- Open for evacuees who prefer to camp or stay in cabins/tents, especially elders and families. Meals and 24-hour security are provided. Registration is available at 1-877-Metis-SK.

Local Donation Options

Saskatoon (Evacuee Support)

Saskatoon Community Foundation – Emergency Response Fund: Assists evacuees through community mental health supports, programming for children, and long-term community recovery.
United Way Saskatoon – 2025 Fire Evacuee Fund: Supports urgent needs like bus passes, food, child care, and essential services.
CUMFI (Central Urban Métis Federation Inc.): 315 Avenue M S, Saskatoon; 306-975-9999
- Accepting both supply and monetary donations to support evacuees from northern communities now residing in Saskatoon.

For Residents from Pelican Narrows, Denare Beach, Sandy Bay, Southend, Creighton, and Flin Flon

Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation Wildfire State of Emergency

Melfort, James Smith Cree Nation, Muskoday First Nation (Evacuee support),

Melfort – Marguerite Riel Centre: Accepting toiletries, baby items, snacks, towels, and gift cards for evacuees in Melfort and surrounding areas, as well as James Smith Cree Nation. More information can be found here.
Donations for Muskoday First Nation accepted at NEOSS in Melfort. Learn more.

Prince Albert

Prince Albert Grand Council: 2300 9^th Avenue West, Prince Albert; 306-953-7200
PAGC – Cultural Centre: 1511 9^th Avenue West, Prince Albert
Prince Albert Exhibition Centre: 815 Exhibition Drive, Prince Albert; 306-764-1711
- Breakfast: 9-11am
- Lunch: 1-3pm
- Dinner: 5-8pm

North Battleford

Meals @ the Curling Centre – Contact Andrea w/ CFS Moosomin at 306-480-4352
- Breakfast; 8:30-10am
- Lunch: 12-2pm
- Dinner: 5:30-7pm
BATC Staff Kelsey + Erin for rides to medical appointments, shop, attending events, etc. at 306-446-8230
Curling Centre is open to donations of pampers, baby wipes, hygiene products, snacks, soothing, etc.
SPS Medical Centre is offering Prenatal and Pregnancy supports – 306-446-5550

Beardy’s + Okemasis Cree Nation

RezCross Emergency Evacuation Centre: 639-212-7077

Evacuee Resources

regina office

saskatoon office