In response to the catastrophic flooding due to monsoon rains in Pakistan, the Province of Prince Edward Island will contribute $25,000 to the Canadian Red Cross to assist in relief efforts.
“The victims of this flood desperately need assistance from the global community, and I believe this contribution reflects the concern felt by Islanders to help out those in need,” Premier Robert Ghiz said.
The flooding, which has covered one-fifth of the country, has killed 2,000 and affected 20 million people. Millions remain homeless and also are in need of food, clean drinking water, medicines and other basic necessities of life.
“On behalf of Islanders, I express sincere condolences to those who have lost loved ones, and our hope that survivors will be able to overcome the challenges resulting from this disaster,” said the Premier.
Individual Islanders are encouraged to consider making a donation and are reminded that the Government of Canada has established a Pakistan Flood Relief Fund, through which it will match eligible citizen donations made to registered charities between August 2 and September 12.