Steelworkers Humanity Fund donates $20,000 for wildfire relief in Northwestern Ontario

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Or sign-in if you have an account.TORONTO, July 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Steelworkers Humanity Fund (SHF) is donating $20,000 to support people and communities evacuated by recent wildfires in northwestern Ontario, as well as future wildfire relief efforts across Canada.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountThis year’s wildfire season has forced more than a dozen communities to evacuate in recent days, including 10 First Nations communities across northern Ontario. Close to 2,500 people have evacuated to Thunder Bay and other host communities where the United Steelworkers union (USW) represents members affected by the wildfires, in sectors including sawmills and mining. At the initiative of USW local unions in the region, the SHF will divide its support between two initiatives.The Northwestern Ontario Wildfire Community Support Fund was established through a partnership between the United Way of Thunder Bay and the Thunder Bay Community Foundation. The SHF is providing $10,000 to this fund to support the short-term needs of communities affected by wildfires, including food, essential supplies, emergency assistance, transportation and community outreach, mental health and wellness services, to front-line agencies and service providers assisting evacuees and affected communities, and to longer-term recovery efforts.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againThe Canadian Red Cross has also opened an emergency shelter in Thunder Bay, providing supplies for emergency accommodations, including cots, blankets, pillows and hygiene kits to evacuated communities, as well as assistance to access additional well-being supports. The SHF is providing $10,000 to the Red Cross Canadian Wildfire Fund to support these efforts as well as response and recovery initiatives in other parts of Canada affected by wildfires.“As wildfires force thousands of people from their homes in northwestern Ontario, Steelworkers are standing in solidarity with the affected communities, in particular the many First Nations, as well as with the host communities and front-line organizations responding to urgent needs,” said Marty Warren, Steelworkers Humanity Fund President and USW National Director.“We are proud to support local organizations such as the United Way of Thunder Bay, the Thunder Bay Community Foundation and the Canadian Red Cross as they provide food, shelter, transportation, wellness supports and other essential services to evacuees, while also preparing to respond to future disasters fuelled by climate change in other parts of Canada,” Warren said.Founded in 1985, the Steelworkers Humanity Fund is a registered charitable organization that focuses primarily on development projects and emergency aid in developing countries but also supports Canadian communities. USW members contribute to the fund through clauses negotiated into collective agreements. In some cases, employers make matching contributions to the fund.Marty Warren, President, Steelworkers Humanity Fund, 416-544-5951Guillaume Charbonneau, Executive Director, Steelworkers Humanity Fund, 416-544-5944, gcharbonneau@usw.caDenis St. Pierre, USW Communications, 647-522-1630, dstpierre@usw.caThis advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.