PREMIER BRAD WALL URGES ALL SASKATCHEWAN RESIDENTS TO SUPPORT HAITIAN RELIEF EFFORTS

Premier Brad Wall is urging all Saskatchewan people to lend their support to local fundraising efforts in support of earthquake victims in Haiti.

"This week, five Saskatchewan radio chains are spending all or part of their entire programming day encouraging people to give generously to those helping Haitians recover from this devastating natural catastrophe," Wall said. "Many other media outlets are doing their part during news casts and programs, by highlighting the plight of those living in this very poor country and identifying the groups rendering assistance.

"I encourage everyone in Saskatchewan to do what they have always done - search their hearts, find their cheque books and support a reputable aid agency. We have donated as a province with a $250,000 contribution from the Ministry of Corrections, Public Safety and Policing, and now we must each act individually in support of this worthy cause."

Wall said there are many well-managed organizations registered as charities under Canadian law that are helping the Haitian people. The list includes but is not limited to:

• The Red Cross: www.redcross.ca/helpnow or 1-800-418-1111
• Salvation Army: www.salvationarmy.ca/haiti
• World Vision: www.worldvision.ca/Pages/Home.aspx

"I'm proud of the many people who are making individual donations, organizing special fund raising suppers and those with special skills who are already volunteering to spend time in Haiti over the next few months," Wall said. "Despite the tragedy these disasters produce, they can also remind us of what is truly important in life and the obligation we have to assist those who are suffering."

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For more information, contact:

Kathy Young
Executive Council
Regina
Phone: 306-787-0425
Email: kathy.young@gov.sk.ca
Cell: 306-5226-8927