Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA)
The 2023 Overland Flooding Event has been categorized as DFA eligible.
After a disaster, the provincial government may declare an event eligible for Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA). Once declared, the DFA program may provide applicants with financial assistance to restore uninsurable losses that are essential to your home, livelihood or community service.
This overland flooding event has been classified as eligible.
Residents are encouraged to check the DFA Website directly to learn more about the program and determine eligibility.
Residents can also call 1-877-257-4777
The deadline for starting a claim is August 14th, 2023.
Sand Bag Resources:
Sand Bag Stations:
Free sand and sandbags are available for residents to fill and use to protect their property. Bring your own shovel. Community members are always welcome to fill sandbags and leave them for others who need them, or assist others filling bags.
Locations:
Junction of Hwy 97N & Hwy 1 (at the former Esso property)
Old Cariboo Rd. across from Post Office (Former recycle station)
End of Nugget Rd.
We are thankful for all of the help.
We have had help from numerous groups and neighbor communities
City of Kamloops
District of Lillooet
City of Merritt
Village of Ashcroft
Village of Clinton
Village of Logan Lake
Cache Creek Volunteer Fire Department
100 Mile Volunteer Fire Department
Ashcroft Volunteer Fire Department
BC Wildfire
Ministry of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness
TRUE Consulting and Engineering
Cloudburst Water Services
