Emergency Support Services news

Last updated on December 5, 2024

Emergency support services (ESS) program changes and updates.

ESS program updates

December 2024

Happy holidays from your provincial ESS team!

New training in 2025!

The Emergency Support Services Program office is pleased to announce two in-person training changes designed to offer more flexibility, accessibility and convenience for ESS teams and communities. Check out the Community-led training option and stay tuned for in-person JIBC instructor-led training in 2025.

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Previous update

November 2024

The ESS registration form (PDF) has been updated this month. And the Claim for Shelter Allowance form (PDF) was updated in July It replaces the Billeting form.

Find both of these updates on the ESS responders resource page under ESS forms.