OTTAWA, Sept. 21, 2017 /CNW/ - Unifor, through the Union's Social Justice Fund, has donated $500,000 to the Canadian Red Cross for hurricane relief in the Caribbean.
"People across the Caribbean are suffering tremendously as they cope with devastating damage caused by multiple hurricanes," said Unifor National President Jerry Dias. "Unifor is proud to partner with the Canadian Red Cross to help supplies and services get to where they are desperately needed."
"This generous donation will help some of the most vulnerable impacted families and individuals as they recover and rebuild," said Conrad Sauvé, President and CEO of the Canadian Red Cross.
On September 22, Unifor National President Jerry Dias will officially present the $500,000 donation to Canadian Red Cross President and CEO Conrad Sauvé.
| What: |
Unifor to present $500,000 donation to the Canadian Red Cross |
| Where: |
Canadian Red Cross Office, 170 Metcalfe St., Ottawa |
| When: |
Friday, September 22, 9:30 a.m. |
| Who: |
Jerry Dias, Unifor National President |
| Conrad Sauvé, President and CEO, Canadian Red Cross |
The Unifor Social Justice Fund is a registered charity, maintained by contributions from Unifor employers negotiated during collective bargaining, for more information visit unifor.org/sjf.
Unifor is Canada's largest union in the private sector, representing more than 315,000 workers in every major area of the economy. The union advocates for all working people and their rights, fights for equality and social justice in Canada and abroad, and strives to create progressive change for a better future.
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