SASKATOON - The Saskatoon Community Foundation and United Way Saskatoon and Area are mobilizing to respond to the arrival of more than 1,400 evacuees to the city due to ongoing wildfires in the province.
The groups said Saturday they will be working with key partners including the City of Saskatoon Emergency Management Organization (EMO).
SCF and United Way are mobilizing funds and collecting donations to support the evacuees. Donate through the Saskatoon Community Foundation’s Emergency Response Fund on the Saskatoon Community Foundation website at www.saskatooncommunityfoundation.ca, or through United Way’s 2025 Fire Evacuee Fund.
"We know these are challenging times for the individuals and families displaced by this emergency and want everyone from these communities to feel welcome and have opportunities to connect with the best of Saskatoon while they are in the city," said Sheri Benson, CEO United Way Saskatoon and Area. "United Way is honoured to support the effort to provide transportation, recreation, and entertainment opportunities for evacuees."
Rachael Steinke, the Chief Executive Officer at Saskatoon Community Foundation, said, “Disaster strikes in a moment, but we will be there for the long term. Taking steps together with the community to support and wrap around people when they need it the most. Disasters destroy buildings and bridges, but they also threaten a sense of safety and belonging. We will walk together to heal and recover. Our communities are powered by full hearts and open arms, and together we will ensure no one is left behind.”
