| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, November 27, 2013 | 8:00AM - 10:00AM | Campbell Conference Facility Lounge, Munk School of Global Affairs 1 Devonshire Place |
In the spirit of damayan, or “mutual aid in time of need,” the Asian Institute and the Dr. David Chu Program in Asia-Pacific Studies invite you to join us in a drop-in breakfast fundraiser to aid victims of Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines. Donations in any amount are welcome, with tax receipts issued for contributions of $20 and over.
As the media has reported, sustained winds reached 250 kilometres per hour, and with wind gusts of more than 300 kph, Haiyan was the most powerful tropical cyclone in recorded history to make landfall. It is estimated that the typhoon and its aftermath have affected more than 11 million people and the death toll is mounting. Our hearts go out to those who have suffered directly and their loved ones, many of whom are our neighbours, colleagues, and friends. We are sure that all of you have been emotionally overwhelmed by reports and images of the suffering and are seeking ways to help out.
Proceeds raised at the breakfast fundraiser will go to the Canadian Red Cross and Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders Canada for Typhoon Haiyan relief. The Government of Canada has pledged to match privately raised funds, so your generosity will automatically be doubled.
Please help us mount a strong collective response to this tragedy.
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