NORTH BATTLEFORD — The City of North Battleford, in co-operation with the Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs and the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency, is requesting assistance from community members, organizations and businesses who may be able to donate a few urgently needed items for the close to 200 wildfire evacuees currently staying in the Battlefords area.
The city said in its news release with nearly 200 wildfire evacuees in North Battleford, most of whom did not have the opportunity to bring any possessions prior to leaving their home communities in the La Ronge area, there are a number of items, which would be gratefully accepted for donation.
Urgently needed items in North Battleford include:
-Toothbrushes/toothpaste;
-Diapers (all sizes), baby wipes, pull-ups;
-Formula/baby food;
-Clothing (all sizes/ages/genders) – must be clean, used clothing is acceptable;
-Non-perishable snack food items;
-Personal hygiene products; and
-Toiletries.
These donations may be dropped off daily starting on June 5, between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. at the bay doors of the Northland Power Curling Centre (2-623 Carlton Trail). The bay doors are located at the back of the facility.
If community groups, individuals or businesses are able to provide any of these items, the city said it is much appreciated.
"The generosity shown to our northern evacuees thus far continues to demonstrate the incredible sense of spirit that unites the Battlefords region. Those wishing to provide a financial contribution may donate to the Canadian Red Cross," the City of North Battleford said in the news release. "Dollars donated in Saskatchewan will remain in the province, with the federal government matching each contribution."
Evacuees in North Battleford connected with the Red Cross are asked to contact 1-800-863- 6582 for additional assistance. Evacuees in North Battleford connected with the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency can call 1-855-559-5502 or visit .
