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Saskatchewan Wildfires Response 2025

A Canadian Red Cross shelter set up at the Cosmo Civic Centre in Saskatoon.
Photo: Leland MacLachlan / Canadian Red Cross

Personalized Recovery Support
Support for Housing Repair and Reconstruction
How to access in-person support
Support to Small Businesses and Not-for-Profits Program
Canadian Red Cross Response
Guide to Wildfire Recovery
Mental health and well-being resources
 

Wildfires and wildfire smoke in Saskatchewan resulted in the evacuation of several communities across the province during the summer of 2025.

The Canadian Red Cross continues to work closely with Indigenous leadership and provincial and municipal governments to determine the best way to support individuals, families, and communities that were impacted by the wildfires in Saskatchewan as they navigate their recovery.


Personalized Recovery Support

The Canadian Red Cross is offering personalized recovery support to individuals and families impacted by the wildfires. Visit our program page for more information about this support.


Support for Housing Repair and Reconstruction

The Canadian Red Cross is working with people whose primary residence has sustained major damage or been destroyed as a result of the wildfires through housing repair and reconstruction support. Learn more about this program.


How to access in-person support in Creighton

Our Red Cross team is available to meet with individuals and families at the following location and dates:

Creighton Sportex Lounge - 100 White Street from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Central Time.


May 2026

  • May 5 – May 8
  • May 11 – May 13

June 2026

  • June 10  – June 12
  • June 15 –  June 17

Virtual Case Management Support is available Monday to Friday between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Central Time, closed weekends and statutory holidays.

To book an appointment or if you have other questions you can email skrecoverysupport@redcross.ca or call 1-800-863-6582 between
10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Central Time.


Support to Small Businesses and Not-for-Profits Program

The Canadian Red Cross recognizes that support to small businesses and not-for-profit organizations is essential to the recovery of people and communities. The Red Cross is offering financial assistance to eligible small businesses and not-for-profit organizations that were directly impacted by wildfires. Visit our program page for more information about eligibility requirements and the application process.

Please note: We are in consultation with impacted communities to help support trappers who were impacted by the wildfires and may not meet this eligibility criteria. Updates to support for trappers will be posted here when available. 


Financial assistance for re-entry and extended displacement

On behalf of the Government of Saskatchewan, and through a partnership with the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency, the Canadian Red Cross distributed financial assistance to eligible households that were evacuated due to the wildfires in Saskatchewan. Eligible households received financial assistance to help cover their unexpected costs related to re-entry or extended displacement. Direct financial assistance allows people to make decisions on what is best for themselves and their families. These programs are now closed.  

FRAUD ALERT: Unfortunately, there are some people who may try to take advantage of those impacted by a disaster through fraudulent tactics. The Canadian Red Cross communicates only via email, phone, or in person and would never send a link through a text message for a person to click on to receive funds. We will never ask for your social insurance number, bank account information or credit card number during your registration or to receive assistance. The Canadian Red Cross encourages people to stay informed from credible sources, such as the Government of Canada’s website for fraud prevention tips. If you suspect you have been a victim of fraudulent activity, please contact your local police authority.


Canadian Red Cross Response

As of September 12, 2025, to assist with the comfort and care of people being evacuated due to wildfires in Saskatchewan, the Canadian Red Cross has:

  • Registered more than 16,100 people from over 6,300 households evacuated due to the wildfires in Saskatchewan.
  • Welcomed people at 14 reception centres and operated three congregate shelters in Saskatoon, in Regina, and in Prince Albert.
  • Provided mobile outreach services for people in Lloydminster, Saskatoon, Prince Albert, Regina, North Battleford, Unity and Denare Beach.
  • Secured a peak more than 1,100 hotel rooms in Saskatchewan for those who were evacuated.
  • Provided food and supplies, such as cots, blankets, and pillows, to other locations upon request from community leadership.
  • Supported members of Lac La Ronge Indian Band and Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation as they returned to community. That support included prepaid cards for Lac La Ronge Indian Band community members to support transportation needs for the return home.

Tools to help with recovering from an emergency

After wildfires

  • Review the step-by-step Canadian Red Cross Guide to Wildfire Recovery for information on what to do when you return home after wildfires.
  • Home Inventory Checklist: a list of your home inventory which is helpful both for insurance and other assistance programs. In the case of an insurance claim, an insurance provider would use a similar form to assess the cost to repair or replace lost or damaged items. These items are referred to as home contents.
  • Substantial Repair and Reconstruction Contract Checklist: Hiring a contractor for damage or rebuild? Use this checklist with tips as a guide when reviewing the contract prior to signing with a contractor.

Mental health and well-being resources

Emergencies affect our wellbeing and mental health, disrupting our routines and access to social support. Individuals, families, and communities can be impacted with little warning and recovery can seem overwhelming. Review the guides below and reach out for help and support for yourself and your loved ones.

How to access help in times of crisis

If you experience reactions that make it difficult to function normally over a long period of time, seek help. One option is to contact your local health facility, or a local crisis support line. For immediate assistance anywhere in Canada, call the Suicide Crisis Helpline at 9-8-8.

National Support Resources