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RJCF Alberta Wildfires Appeal Results: $48,000 Impact!

August 19, 2024

It has been weeks since wildfires closed in on Jasper, forcing thousands to flee, some with little more than the clothes on their backs. Sadly, the Town of Jasper has confirmed that 30% of structures have been destroyed. (shared by the Canadian Red Cross)

Thank you to all of our Raymond James Ltd colleagues for your generous support! Because of the incredible generosity of our associates and matching provided by the RJCF we raised $48,000 in support of the Canadian Red Cross! With the additional match from the Government of Canada and the Government of Alberta, $1 donated will provide $6 of aid to those impacted by the wildfires in Jasper, resulting in a total impact of $144,000!

“Your incredible generosity and compassionate support for the Alberta Wildfires Appeal truly highlights the strength of our community. We deeply appreciate everyone who donated” shares Jamie Coulter, CEO, Raymond James Ltd. “Thank you for your contributions, and for making a significant impact during this critical time.”

A message from the Canadian Red Cross

  • As of August 12, 2024 the Canadian Red Cross has raised more than $10.6 million thanks to the generosity of Canadians and teams like you! This does not include the matching funds from the Government of Canada and Alberta.
  • The wildfire is still classified as out of control and is estimated at approximately 33,048 hectares.
  • Donations to the Canadian Red Cross will be used for assisting those impacted in Jasper and other affected areas in Alberta with immediate and ongoing relief including financial assistance, support to evacuees and the communities hosting them, recovery and resilience efforts in response to the wildfires, as well as supporting community preparedness and risk reduction for future all-hazard disaster events within Alberta.
  • The Canadian Red Cross is distributing $750 in one-time financial assistance per household for those evacuated due to the wildfires.
  • As of August 16 at 7 am, the Municipality of Jasper evacuation order was downgraded to an evacuation alert.
  • All highways and areas outside of the municipality of Jasper remain closed.
  • The Canadian Red Cross is providing a range of information assistance related to the Jasper wildfire situation, including referrals to available resources. 
    This support is available by calling the Canadian Red Cross at 1-800-863-6582 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. MT, seven days a week.  

The Raymond James Canada Foundation shares your commitment to helping those in need, activating when disaster strikes and showing that #RJCares.