Ten banks have come together to help the Canadian Red Cross provide emergency relief and support for communities in New Brunswick, Ontario, and Québec impacted by flooding.
Banks are arranging special payment options for people impacted by the floods and are also making corporate contributions.
President and CEO of Canadian Red Cross Conrad Sauve says, “The current flooding in communities across Ontario, Quebec and New Brunswick has created an immensely difficult situation for many residents and their families. In times of emergency the Red Cross mobilizes to help vulnerable people. Thanks to the support of the Canadian Bankers Association and participating banks, we are able to ensure there are options for Canadians wanting to make a donation to help those in need.”
The following banks are accepting customer donations through their branch and online networks from Tuesday, April 30th to Tuesday, May 14th:
BMO
Canadian Western Bank
CIBC
HSBC Bank Canada
Laurentian Bank
National Bank
RBC
Scotiabank
Tangerine Bank (donations can be made online directly from client accounts starting from May 1st to May 15th)
TD Bank Group
The public can also support by donating online at www.redcross.ca by calling 1-800-418-1111 or by contacting their local Canadian Red Cross office.
