Hurricane Melissa has caused devastating damage across Jamaica, leaving many communities in urgent need of help. The City of Toronto is working with the Jamaican Canadian Association and local organizations to support relief efforts. Torontonians can help by:
- Making a financial donation to the Jamaican Canadian Association’s Hurricane Melissa Relief Fund through Canada Helps
- Dropping off essential items at select Toronto Fire Stations locations listed below
Requested Items
- Basic necessities: bottled water, non-perishable foods (canned goods, rice, beans, pasta), baby formula, hygiene supplies (soap, toothpaste, sanitary pads, diapers), sanitizer and wipes, towels and washcloths, bed linens (new)
- Shelter: tarpaulins, ropes, duct tape, buckets, cleaning supplies, flashlights, batteries, small tools (hammers, nails, screwdrivers, drills), solar lamps
- Medical Supplies: first aid kits, bandages, antiseptic creams, gloves and face masks
When dropping off items, knock on the front door to ensure there are staff onsite before leaving items behind. Collections will be accepted until the end of the year. All contributions will be coordinated in partnership with the Jamaican Canadian Association to ensure they reach those most in need.
Drop Off Locations
| Title |
Description |
| Fire Station 133 |
1505 Lawrence Ave W, North York, ON M6L 1A8
|
| Fire Station 142 |
2753 Jane St, North York, ON M3N 2H6
|
| Fire Station 212 |
8500 Sheppard Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1B 5R4
|
| Fire Station 221 |
2575 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1K 2R8
|
| Fire Station 232 |
1550 Midland Ave, Scarborough, ON M1P 3A6
|
| Fire Station 234 |
40 Coronation Dr, Toronto, ON M1C 2R5
|
| Fire Station 242 |
2733 Brimley Rd, Scarborough, ON M1V 1T4
|
| Fire Station 315 |
132 Bellevue Ave, Toronto, ON M5T 2N9
|
| Fire Station 341 |
555 Oakwood Ave, York, ON M6E 2X4
|
| Fire Station 411 |
75 Toryork Dr, North York, ON M9L 1X9
|
| Fire Station 413 |
1549 Albion Rd, Etobicoke, ON M9W 5T6
|
| Fire Station 442 |
2015 Lawrence Ave W, York, ON M9N 3V5
|