Its been over a week since Hurricane Melissa hit Jamaica – leaving a path of destruction and nearly 2 million residents without power, water and food.
According to news reports, the devastating impact of the Category 5 storm caused damage estimated to be equivalent to around a third of the island nation’s GDP.
Sean Kelly and Mariam Serkal pointed out that a number of initiatives have been launched to help support the people of Jamaica.
Jamaica Tourism is carrying out an initiative to receive aid, and you can show your support through one of its registered non-profit organisations: Food for the Poor – Canada, Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association Education Foundation, Helping Hands Jamaica Foundation and Sandals Foundation.
You can make a donation by scanning the QR Code below:
Prince Edward County OPP is also hosting its ‘Jam The Cruiser’ event and they’ll be collecting donations on Thursday, November 6 from 2-6pm.
The items desperately needed include flour, parboiled rice, canned meats (corned beef, tuna, sardines, chicken, sausages), canned corn, Kraft dinner, Mr Noodles, salt/pepper/garlic powder/onion powder/thyme powder, sugar, solar lights, solar flashlights, solar chargers/power banks, tarps, ropes and tools such as screwdrivers and hammers.
There will also be Jamaican food available, with proceeds going to the relief efforts.
If you need more information, contact Sgt. Aaron Bucci by email at 16422@opp.ca.
