Ottawa, Ontario
Today, the Government of Canada reinforced its commitment to a donation-matching initiative with the Canadian Red Cross for people in Nova Scotia affected by wildfires.
On May 31, 2023, the Canadian Red Cross launched the Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada Fires Appeal and the Government of Canada and the Government of Nova Scotia will be matching donations to the campaign. This means that every $1 donated will become $3 to support families and individuals most impacted by wildfires. Funds will be used to assist those most impacted and support immediate and ongoing relief and recovery efforts in the province.
Those interested in donating to the Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada Fires Appeal can visit redcross.ca or call 1-800-418-1111.
The Government of Canada and the Government of Nova Scotia both recognize the heroic work of first responders, members of the Canadian Armed Forces, volunteers, non-governmental organizations, and emergency managers across all levels of government and Indigenous communities in the response to the wildfires.
