Haiti Relief

My heart goes out for all those in Haiti. It is a tragic event in their world and they are now having to deal with so much pain. What really gets me is the amount of looting that is going on. It's sad to read in the paper that looters are stealing even from other looters! But you know what else? When you come across an image like this:


... it's just sad.

"A look at some of the latest news and numbers emerging from the Canadian relief effort in Haiti:"

Haiti and Canada: By the Numbers

There are a number of ways that you can help. I ask that you PLEASE BE AWARE that there ARE scam artists out there trying to collect money in this tragic time. When/if you make a donation, please make sure you know it's a credible source!

Become an INFORMED Donator!
Canadian Revenue Agency-News release: Donations for victims of earthquake in Haiti
Haiti Earthquake Relief Fund

The last I heard a number, Canadian donations are around the $3 Million mark.

Let's keep helping!

Extra Reading:
World Bank Expresses Strong Support for Haiti Following
Earthquake
World Vision Canada: Earthquake in Haiti
Support Disaster Relief in Haiti [Google]

History of Haiti (Major Events by Date)
Wikipedia: History of Haiti