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ON THE ROAD TO

FEEDING THE NEED

RECOVERY

THE OUTPOURING OF GOODWILL DURING THE FORT MCMURRAY WILDFIRES LAST YEAR WAS ASTONISHING WITH COMMUNITY AGENCIES DISTRIBUTING MILLIONS TO ASSIST THOSE IMPACTED.

If there is any message I can send as we rebuild Fort McMurray, it is to give to the agencies and organiza- tions that provide the kind of support needed to get us there. ” As a proud supporter of the WBFB, Finning local employees continue to volunteer their time and our contribution of $125,000 directly supports long- term recovery programs , like re-entry packages for people who need help once they return home.

The Wood Buffalo Food Bank (WBFB) distributed 7,894 weekly hampers to meet immediate needs. “ The way our community pulled together was heart- warming and true to the giving nature of Albertans ,” said Arianna Johnson, WBFB executive director. “ We continue to be amazed at the support shown for our community during this trying time. ” With the long-term recovery period for a disaster of this scope being five to ten years, the need is still there. “ The 20,000 people who haven’t returned to Fort McMurray will need support when they do.

Please join us in feeding the need to help our community get back on its feet. Together we will rebuild.