Pakistan Floods - Humanitarian Relief

As you may know, devastating floods in Pakistan have displaced hundreds of thousands, at one point leaving a third of the country inundated with water.  More than 1,500 people have died following record rainfall with 33 million throughout the country affected by this disaster.  Since June, Pakistan has experienced three times more rainfall than an average monsoon season.  Flooding and landslides have destroyed homes, crops, health centres, roads and bridges. There is an elevated risk of the spread of malaria, dengue fever and other diseases. Priorities include clean water, shelter and health care for those directly affected by this tragic situation.

The Archdiocese of Toronto will channel donations through Catholic partners (including Caritas Canada – Development and Peace as well as the Archdiocese of Karachi) to support relief efforts underway. Please note that these organizations are not subject to the government matching funds program. Those wishing to help may do so in the following ways:

• Online through the Archdiocese of Toronto website – www.archtoronto.org
• By phone through the Development Office – 416-934-3411
• Through the parish, making cheques payable to: St. Clare Parish – Pakistan Floods – Humanitarian Relief

Please continue to pray for those who have died and been dis­placed as a result of this tragic situation in Pakistan.