Canadian Red Cross

Government of Canada providing assistance to Atlantic Canada with recovery from Hurricane Fiona

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Saturday, October 1, 2022

OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 1, 2022 /CNW/ - Hurricane Fiona has caused significant damage across Atlantic Canada and Eastern Quebec, and the Government of Canada is working with partners from all orders of government, and across federal departments and agencies, to support recovery and clean-up efforts.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 1, 2022 /CNW/ - Hurricane Fiona has caused significant damage across Atlantic Canada and Eastern Quebec, and the Government of Canada is working with partners from all orders of government, and across federal departments and agencies, to support recovery and clean-up efforts.
  • "Our thoughts are with all Canadians affected by Hurricane Fiona, as well as with the first responders and volunteers who are working tirelessly to help those in need.
  • - The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence
    "Hurricane Fiona has had a devastating impact on many communities across Atlantic Canada and Eastern Quebec.
  • - The Honourable Joyce Murray, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard
    "Our thoughts remain with all those affected by Hurricane Fiona in Atlantic Canada and Eastern Quebec.

Wawanesa Insurance Donates $150,000 to Help Atlantic Canada and Eastern Quebec Recover From Hurricane Fiona

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Sept. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company (Wawanesa) announced today a $150,000 donation to support emergency relief in Canadian communities affected by Hurricane Fiona.

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  • WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Sept. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company (Wawanesa) announced today a $150,000 donation to support emergency relief in Canadian communities affected by Hurricane Fiona.
  • $50,000 to support a dollar-for-dollar donation matching program that is now open to insurance brokers, Wawanesa employees, and the public.
  • The devastation caused by Hurricane Fiona has hit our friends and neighbours hard, added Paul Faubert, Wawanesas Regional Vice President for Eastern Canada.
  • Wawanesa Mutual, with executive offices in Winnipeg, is the parent company of Wawanesa General, which offers property and casualty insurance in California and Oregon; Wawanesa Life, which provides life insurance products and services throughout Canada; and Western Financial Group, which distributes personal and business insurance across Canada.

Unifor donates $500,000 to Canadian Red Cross Hurricane Fiona response

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022

TORONTO, Sept. 28, 2022 /CNW/ - Unifor will donate $500,000 to the Canadian Red Cross for the Hurricane Fiona in Canada Appeal in support of recovery efforts in Atlantic Canada and eastern Quebec.

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  • TORONTO, Sept. 28, 2022 /CNW/ - Unifor will donate $500,000 to the Canadian Red Cross for the Hurricane Fiona in Canada Appeal in support of recovery efforts in Atlantic Canada and eastern Quebec.
  • This is one way for Unifor members from outside the region to back up their efforts," said Len Poirier, Unifor National Secretary-Treasurer.
  • The union encourages locals and members to donate using Unifor's dedicated link to the Canadian Red Cross Hurricane Fiona in Canada Appeal.
  • "The Canadian Red Cross is grateful for Unifor's generosity to help Canadians during this challenging time," said Conrad Sauv, President and CEO for Canadian Red Cross.

Toyota Contributes $100,000 to Hurricane Fiona Relief Efforts in Canada

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022

Toyota Canada Inc. (TCI), Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada (TMMC) and Toyota Financial Services (TFS) are making the combined donation to the Canadian Red Cross.

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  • Toyota Canada Inc. (TCI), Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada (TMMC) and Toyota Financial Services (TFS) are making the combined donation to the Canadian Red Cross.
  • Toyota Canada Inc. (TCI) is the exclusive Canadian distributor of Toyota and Lexus vehicles.
  • Toyota has sold over six million vehicles in Canada through a national network of 287 Toyota and Lexus dealerships.
  • About Toyota Financial Services / Toyota Credit Canada Inc.
    Toyota Financial Services (TFS) / Toyota Credit Canada Inc. (TCCI)provides retail, leasing and wholesale financial services to Toyota and Lexus dealershipsand customers across Canada.

Intact Financial Corporation donates $150,000 to the Canadian Red Cross to help with relief efforts following Hurricane Fiona

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Monday, September 26, 2022

TORONTO, Sept. 26, 2022 /CNW/ - Intact Financial Corporation (TSX: IFC), and its affiliated brands including belairdirect, Intact Insurance, Johnson Insurance and Anthony Insurance, is announcing support for the communities affected by hurricane Fiona in theAtlanticprovinces and eastern Qubec with a $150,000 donation to the Canadian Red Cross.

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  • TORONTO, Sept. 26, 2022 /CNW/ - Intact Financial Corporation (TSX: IFC), and its affiliated brands including belairdirect, Intact Insurance, Johnson Insurance and Anthony Insurance, is announcing support for the communities affected by hurricane Fiona in theAtlanticprovinces and eastern Qubec with a $150,000 donation to the Canadian Red Cross.
  • We have also reached out to governments to offer our help and update them on our approach so far," said Louis Gagnon, Chief Executive Officer, Intact Financial Corporation's Canadian operations.
  • The Intact Foundation will also match employee donations through its employee matching gift program to any Canadian Registered Charity providing relief efforts.
  • In Canada, Intact distributes insurance under the Intact Insurance brand through a wide network of brokers, including its wholly-owned subsidiary BrokerLink, and directly to consumers through belairdirect.

Sun Life donates $100,000 to the Canadian Red Cross to support Hurricane Fiona relief efforts

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Monday, September 26, 2022

TORONTO, Sept. 26, 2022 /CNW/ - Sun Life announced today that it is donating $100,000 to the Canadian Red Cross, to support Hurricane Fiona relief efforts in Eastern Canada.

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  • TORONTO, Sept. 26, 2022 /CNW/ - Sun Life announced today that it is donating $100,000 to the Canadian Red Cross, to support Hurricane Fiona relief efforts in Eastern Canada.
  • This contribution will allow the Canadian Red Cross to respond to relief, recovery, resiliency, and risk reduction activities at the individual and community levels.
  • Sun Life is also providing employees with an opportunity to support Hurricane Fiona relief efforts through its employee giving program.
  • The Government of Canada is matching any donations Canadians and corporations make to the Red Cross Hurricane Fiona in Canada Appeal over the next 28 days.

CIBC donates $250,000 and provides financial relief to support communities across Atlantic Canada and Eastern Quebec impacted by Hurricane Fiona

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Monday, September 26, 2022

"We stand with the communities of Atlantic Canada and Eastern Quebec as they work through these difficult circumstances, and join our clients and team members in supporting immediate recovery efforts."

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  • "We stand with the communities of Atlantic Canada and Eastern Quebec as they work through these difficult circumstances, and join our clients and team members in supporting immediate recovery efforts."
  • In addition, CIBC is making available financial relief, advice, and support to affected clients across Atlantic Canada and Eastern Quebecincluding the following:
    CIBC is encouraging all clients impacted by these recent events and in need of flexible financial arrangements to call 1-888-997-0929 to speak with a CIBC team member.
  • CIBC is also accepting public donations to the CIBC Foundation Atlantic Canada Relief Fund , which will help support multiple local organizations with providing relief, recovery and resiliency activities across Atlantic Canada and Eastern Quebec.
  • CIBC is a leading North American financial institution with 13 million personal banking, business, public sector and institutional clients.

Banks in Canada pledge support for urgent Hurricane Fiona relief efforts

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Monday, September 26, 2022

Several banks are also encouraging employees to donate through online portals and highlighting the donation matching program announced by the Government of Canada.

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  • Several banks are also encouraging employees to donate through online portals and highlighting the donation matching program announced by the Government of Canada.
  • Banks have long supported humanitarian and emergency relief appeals in Canada and internationally to help those affected by extreme weather, health emergencies and humanitarian crises.
  • "The devastating path of Hurricane Fiona left a terrible mark on a huge area of Eastern Canada and our thoughts are with the families and communities impacted by the storm.
  • The Canadian Bankers Association is the voice of more than 60 domestic and foreign banks that help drive Canada's economic growth and prosperity.

BMO Supporting Communities with Relief Efforts in Atlantic Canada and Eastern Quebec

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Monday, September 26, 2022

TORONTO, Sept. 26, 2022 /CNW/ - BMO Financial Group today announced a donation of $250,000 to the Canadian Red Cross and other local community agencies to support relief efforts across Atlantic Canada and Eastern Quebec.

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  • TORONTO, Sept. 26, 2022 /CNW/ - BMO Financial Group today announced a donation of $250,000 to the Canadian Red Cross and other local community agencies to support relief efforts across Atlantic Canada and Eastern Quebec.
  • "This weekend's storm has dealt devastating damage to communities throughout the Atlantic region and parts of Eastern Quebec," said Darryl White, CEO of BMO Financial Group.
  • "Expediting disaster assistance and relief options is of paramount importance to all of us at BMO.
  • BMO has long supported humanitarian and emergency relief appeals in Canada and internationally to help those affected by extreme weather, health crises and conflicts.

Aviva Canada donates $100,000 to Canadian Red Cross in support of those impacted by Hurricane Fiona

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Monday, September 26, 2022

TORONTO, Sept. 26, 2022 /CNW/ - Following extreme weather from Hurricane Fiona, Aviva Canada is donating $100,000 to the Canadian Red Cross to support disaster relief efforts across the Eastern provinces.

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  • TORONTO, Sept. 26, 2022 /CNW/ - Following extreme weather from Hurricane Fiona, Aviva Canada is donating $100,000 to the Canadian Red Cross to support disaster relief efforts across the Eastern provinces.
  • The funds will go towards the Canadian Red Cross' Hurricane Fiona in Canada Appeal.
  • Aviva Canada will also double match all employee donations towards this cause.
  • Canadians wishing to help people impacted by this disaster can donate to the Canadian Red Cross at www.redcross.ca , or by calling 1-800-418-1111.