Please read the important information below from our friends at United Way NWT, who are coordinating donations for those impacted by the wildfires affecting Hay River and Kátł’odeeche First Nation:
https://nwt.unitedway.ca/fires
Wildfires have impacted Southern NWT and caused evacuations in Hay River and Kátł’odeeche First Nation. The United Way NWT has mobilized and launched a fundraising campaign to support those impacted by the wildfires and help them respond to the damage they’ve experienced.
How to help:
Please donate to this cause through our Canada Helps page.
For businesses, unions, and public organizations looking to donate or support United Way NWT’s efforts, please contact our Wildfire Response Coordinator at 867-676-2643.
If you need help:
United Way NWT does not provide direct aid to individuals. We urge individuals to contact community organizations or resources.
If you are a community or charitable organization seeking funds to support your wildfire response efforts, please get in touch with us as soon as possible. You can contact our Wildfire Response Coordinator at support@nwt.unitedway.ca or at 867-676-2643.
If you are a registered charity or qualified donee, your organization can apply to access a rapid micro-grant of $2,500 to cover costs associated with providing programming or services that support Hay River and KFN evacuees. Please call us at 867-676-2643.