JEPP 2011/2012
There is no change in the JEPP program objectives or deadlines for fiscal year 2011/12. Although Public Safety Canada has reduced their overall funding, Local Government Authorities and First Nations are still encouraged to submit applications for the October 31 deadline.

The program supports initiatives such as emergency plans; training; equipment; Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) emergency preparedness; and Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) equipment and training.

Applicants must apply through the Provincial Emergency Program (PEP) for JEPP cost-share funding. Applications and supporting documentation are sent to the PEP Regional offices. Only applications submitted directly by Local Government Authorities or First Nations can be accepted. Applications submitted directly by other organizations, such as fire departments, are not eligible. The federal contribution for accepted applications will normally not exceed 50 per cent of the total project costs.

JEPP funds will not be paid out in advance. Funds will only be provided upon satisfactory completion of a project and proof of payment, and be limited to pre-approved expenses only.

Applications and Claims with missing information cannot be processed. They will be returned for revision. Please ensure your application and/or claim is complete to avoid delays and possible missed deadlines.

Projects that were started prior to the date of the Project Approval Notification Letter will not be eligible for cost-sharing.

For detailed information and eligibility criteria please refer to the recently updated Public Safety Canada (PSC) JEPP Guidelines below. The Federal Guidelines will be available on the PSC website in September 2010.