Financial assistance programs approved in N.B. following December, February storms
The New Brunswick government says it has approved disaster financial assistance programs related to two storms this past winter.
The programs are designed to help people, small businesses, not-for-profit organizations and local governments with storm-related property damage.
An intense low-pressure system on Dec. 18 and 19, 2023, brought winds to the region that gusted above 100 km/h for some areas, as well as heavy rain, and record-setting high temperatures.
The storm knocked out power to more than 129,000 at its peak.
Elevated water levels along the coast and significant damage were also reported.
Another storm on Feb. 28 and 29 brought heavy rain, thousands of power outages, infrastructure damage, as well and significant flooding, especially in the Sussex area.
The New Brunswick government says disaster financial assistance is not a replacement for insurance and only covers eligible uninsurable losses.
“It assists in covering only the basic costs of essential items. Camps, cottages, boats, cars, trailers and yard cleanup are not eligible. Residents should contact their insurance provider for details about their coverage before applying,” reads a provincial news release.
The province says details on how to apply for disaster financial assistance will be announced soon.
“We are unveiling the assistance programs at this time to help individuals, businesses and communities in their recovery efforts,” said Public Safety Minister Kris Austin in the release. “I applaud the swift actions of all involved, including first responders, local government leaders, volunteers and members of the community, whose efforts played a significant role in keeping everyone safe.”
New Brunswickers affected by storms are being reminded to:
- contact their insurance companies immediately to report damage
- take photos of damage to their homes or properties
- keep receipts of any repairs and replacement purchases
- log the number of hours of work undertaken for residents who are cleaning their own properties, or family members or those who have assisted in the cleanup of their property
For more New Brunswick news visit our dedicated provincial page.
CTVNews.ca Top Stories
Western University researchers unlock potential 'cure' for ALS
New research out of London, Ont.'s Western University is shedding light on a potential cure for ALS, in which the targeting of the interaction between two proteins can halt or fully reverse the disease's progression.
Police release 3D images of young child found in an Ontario river two years ago
Police have released a three-dimensional image of a young child whose remains were discovered in the Grand River in Dunnville, Ont. almost two years ago.
B.C. brings in law on name changes on day that child killer's new identity revealed
The BC NDP have tabled legislation aimed at stopping people who have committed certain heinous acts from changing their names.
Kamala Harris drops F-bomb during White House live-stream
U.S. Vice-President Kamala Harris used a profanity on Monday while offering advice to young Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders about how to break through barriers.
B.C. man fighting for refund after finding someone living at Whistler vacation rental
Edwin Mostered spent thousands of dollars booking a vacation home in Whistler, B.C., for a group skiing trip earlier this year – or so he thought.
Avs forward Valeri Nichushkin suspended at least six months
Colorado Avalanche forward Valeri Nichushkin was suspended for at least six months without pay and placed in Stage 3 of the league's player assistance program.
Collapsed Baltimore bridge span comes down with a boom after crews set off chain of explosives
Crews conducted a controlled demolition Monday to break down the largest remaining span of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore.
Security video caught admitted serial killer disposing of bodies in Winnipeg garbage bins
Security video caught admitted serial killer Jeremy Skibicki on multiple late-night outings, disposing of body parts in nearby garbage bins and dumpsters in the middle of the night.
Mortgage companies could intensify the next recession, U.S. officials warn
U.S. officials worry the next recession could be intensified by a cascading series of failures in the mortgage industry caused by crashing home prices, frozen financial markets and soaring delinquencies.