2026 Flood Recovery Information

Flood Recovery Resources

As our community transitions from emergency response to recovery, the RM of Rockwood aims to connect residents with the information and support they need.

Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA)
The Province of Manitoba's Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) program is available to eligible residents, farms, and businesses affected by the June 2026 flooding. The program provides financial assistance for uninsurable losses, and community engagement sessions are being held to help residents learn about the application process.

Learn More or Apply:
• Phone: 204-945-3050 (Winnipeg)
• Toll-Free: 1-888-267-8298
• Online: www.manitobaemo.ca
• Email: dfa@gov.mb.ca

Health & Wellness
Recovery can be challenging. Mental health and wellness supports are available through the Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority, including 24/7 crisis services, emergency preparedness information, and additional community resources.

🔗 Mental Health & Addictions: https://www.ierha.ca/programs-services-new/mental-health

🔗 IERHA Emergency Preparedness Resources: https://www.ierha.ca/patient-information/emergency-preparedness/

Well Water testing

The Manitoba government has increased the private well water testing subsidy to 100% for eligible flood-impacted private well owners. The subsidy applies to one bacteriological test per private well owner for samples submitted to Duracan Laboratory between June 15 and August 31, 2026. Eligibility is limited to flood-impacted wells, and verification is required.

📍 Pick up your testing kit at the Municipal Office (285 Main Street) Monday to Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Staff will provide the required forms and instructions. Residents must collect their own water samples and deliver them directly to Duracan Labs located at 862 Dufferin Ave. Winnipeg, MB.

Private Well System additional information:

Attention Argyle Residents with Private Wells

The Municipality has heard concerns from residents regarding consistent reports of elevated E. coli levels in private well water samples within the Argyle area.

As these are private wells located on private property, water quality testing, maintenance, treatment, and any necessary corrective actions are the responsibility of the private homeowner and are outside the Municipality’s scope of service and responsibility.

While the Municipality cannot assume responsibility for private wells, we are committed to sharing information and helping residents understand the recommended steps available to them.

To encourage a community-wide response, homeowners and neighbours are encouraged to participate in a community-led well shock chlorination on Saturday, July 18, at 10:00 a.m. Participation is voluntary, and each homeowner is responsible for carrying out the shock chlorination on their own well.

Following shock chlorination, re-testing of private well water remains the responsibility of the homeowner and is outside the Municipality’s scope of service.

If you rely on a private well, we encourage you to have your water tested regularly and follow recommended guidance if your sample tests positive for E. coli. Additional information on private well testing and disinfection is available through the Province of Manitoba’s private well resources: Private Well Information – Province of Manitoba- https://www.manitoba.ca/sd/water/drinking-water

Stay Connected
Residents are encouraged to sign up for Rockwood CONNECT, the Municipality's free emergency notification system, to receive important updates and alerts.

Together, our community continues to demonstrate the strength, resilience, and neighbourly spirit that define the RM of Rockwood.