The eruption of the La Soufrière volcano on April 9th has had a devastating effect on Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. There is an an urgent appeal to the public for relief for those directly impacted.
The need for assistance is tremendous as the country battles with excessive amounts of ashfall, water shortages, and electricity outages.
How can you help?
Toronto Consulate for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and Cari-On SVG Disaster Preparedness have compiled a list of urgent items needed to assist the more than 16,000 people who have been evacuated from their homes.
These items include:
- Folding cots
- Blankets
- Tents (10x10ft or 20x20ft)
- Sleeping mats
- Respirator mask with filters
- Goggles
- Reflective vests
- Caution tape
- Hygiene kits
- Non-perishable food items
- Clothing (NEW)
- 5-gallon buckets
Items can be dropped off in person at:
Twilight Restaurant
55 Nugget Ave, Scarborough
9AM-5PM
New Haven Funeral Centre
7025 Legion Rd Mississauga
Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM & Sat-Sun 9AM-3PM
Faith Ministries
4370 Steeles Ave W. Woodbridge
10AM-6PM
NOTE: For up to date list of donation drop-off locations, please CLICK HERE to visit the Toronto Consulate for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Facebook Page
Cash Donations
A GoFundMe has been set-up by CARI-ON (Conducting Active Relief Impacting Our Nation). CLICK HERE to make a donation.
