TORONTO, Sept. 27 /CNW/ - The outpouring of support for the displaced residents of 200 Wellesley St. E. is much appreciated. What is needed most at this time are gift cards or cash donations. Donations can be made at any RBC branch in Toronto. The name on the account is 200 Wellesley St. Residents. Additionally, gift cards for grocery, department and drug stores are being accepted at 519 Church Street. Cheques payable to City of Toronto 200 Wellesley St. E. Fire may also be dropped at 519 Church Street. Please do not bring cash donations to 519 Church Street.
The public's support is also needed to provide food and other supplies for the pets of this building. The following supplies are needed: food for both cats and dogs, cat litter, pet carriers of any size, and disposable aluminium pans (large and small) to use as litter boxes and for food/water dishes. Donations may be dropped at 519 Church Street or at Toronto Animal Services, South Region Shelter, 140 Princes' Blvd. (Horse Palace, Exhibition Place).
Toronto is Canada's largest city and sixth largest government, and home to a diverse population of about 2.6 million people. It is the economic engine of Canada and one of the greenest and most creative cities in North America. Toronto has won numerous awards for quality, innovation and efficiency in delivering public services. Toronto's government is dedicated to prosperity, opportunity and liveability for all its residents. For information about non-emergency City services and programs, Toronto residents, businesses and visitors can dial 311, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Toronto Community Housing is Canada's largest social housing provider and home to more than 164,000 tenants, about 6% of the city's population, with low and moderate incomes. Toronto Community Housing employs 1,400 staff in a broad range of jobs who deliver its mandate to provide quality housing and build great neighbourhoods. Toronto Community Housing is one of Canada's 2010 Top 100 Employers.
For further information:
Media contact:
Rob Andrusevich, Strategic Communications 416-200-3660
Barry Koen-Butt, Director, Communications, Toronto Community Housing 416-678-2123
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