Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) is donating $100,000 to the Canadian Red Cross to assist those impacted by ongoing wildfires across the province.
“This is a devastating situation, and it is incumbent on us to step up and help people who have had to evacuate their homes and leave everything behind in the interest of safety,” said Satvir Jatana, MPI’s President and CEO. “At times like these, we need to come together as a community and offer whatever support we can to ease the suffering so many people are experiencing.”
The Manitoba division of the Red Cross is assisting those impacted by the wildfires, including the more than 17,000 northern residents who have been evacuated from their homes and the communities hosting them. This includes coordinating needed resources for temporary shelters and reception areas as well as financial assistance and recovery and resilience efforts.
“Our hearts go out to those who are impacted by the wildfires,” said Carmen Nedohin, Chair of MPI’s Board of Directors. “One thing Manitobans know how to do is support each other through a crisis, and MPI understands the importance of keeping each other safe. We wanted to do our part to help through this donation to the Red Cross, who are currently matching every dollar donated, doubling the impact of each contribution.”
Donations to the Canadian Red Cross are the best way to help relief efforts during this humanitarian crisis. All money pledged will be directed to help the people and communities affected by the wildfires in the province, including those who have been evacuated or displaced. Donations can be made online or by calling 1-800-418-1111.
For updated information on the wildfires, see the Manitoba government fire bulletins.
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