Alberta’s Equine Emergency Disaster Fund Applications Now Open

CALGARY – The Alberta Equestrian Federation is now accepting applications for expense relief through the Equine Emergency Disaster Fund. This fund provides crucial support to cover expenses directly related to significant disasters such as floods, wildfires, pandemics, or any situation where a state of emergency or evacuation has been declared by local, provincial, or federal authorities.

The fund is dedicated to ensuring the well-being of equines residing in Alberta at the time of the disaster. Eligible expenses for relief include temporary boarding fees, hay, water, and medical expenses that are directly related to the disaster.

Key Dates:

• Application Intake Period: Aug. 15-Sept. 30, 2024

• Deadline: Applications submitted after Sept. 30 will not be considered for this intake.

Important Information:

• Only one application per premise or location of equine(s) will be accepted per intake period.

• Applications must be accurate and complete, including all required receipts, a letter of request, and appropriate signatures.

• Funds will be disbursed at the discretion of the Equine Emergency Disaster Fund task force committee.

Please Note: While we aim to assist as many applicants as possible, the availability of funds is limited, and the initiative may not be able to fully support all requests.