Want to help residents affected by floods across B.C.? The provincial liquor stores in Burnaby are collecting donations on behalf of the Red Cross to assist evacuees.
From now until June 24, folks can make a donation at the till in multiples of $2 and $5. The money raised will be donated to the Canadian Red Cross to help disaster response teams mobilize supplies, shelter and other basic needs for evacuees, according to a press release.
“These generous donations will help the Canadian Red Cross respond to the needs of vulnerable British Columbians impacted by spring flooding. This support from across the province will help the Red Cross provide assistance right now, and in the weeks to come,” said Kimberley Nemrava, vice-president, Canadian Red Cross, B.C. & Yukon, in the release.
B.C. liquor stores have already raised $35,000, according to the release.
There are eight B.C. liquor stores in Burnaby, including SOLO, 4455 Skyline Dr.; HighGate, 7155 Kingsway; North Burnaby, 4450 Hastings St.; Kensington, 6512 Hastings St.; UniverCity, 8992 University High St.; Northgate, 3433 North Rd.; Metrotown, 4429 Kingsway; and Market Crossing, 7509 Market Crossing.
