With the wildfire disaster in Fort McMurray raging on many of us are looking for ways to help our fellow Canadians.  Below you'll find a list of things you can do to help.

 

  • Text the word REDCROSS to 30333 to donate $5 (a confirmation text will appear before any money is accepted).
  • Visit the Canadian Red Cross website and donate a specific amount (this can be done as an individual or as an organization.
  • You can call the Red Cross at 1-888-350-6070 for family reunification.
  • Edmonton Emergency Relief Services are looking for volunteers (for those in the Edmonton area) along with donations of diapers, baby wipes, toiletries, socks and unerwear.  Call 780-428-4422 for more information.
  • Edmonton's Food Bank is providing resources to evacuees.  Monetary donations can be made at their website.
  • A Facebook Page has been setup to help evacuees find resources along with more information on how Canadians can help.
  • Evacuees who have children with medical needs will be staying at Ronald McDonald House Northern Alberta. Donations can be made online.
  • For those who would like to open their doors or provide donations other than money, a Facebook Page has been setup to contact affected families.