Dear Friends,

In response to the devastating earthquake in Haiti I would like to express my profound sadness at the terrible loss of life and the enormous human tragedy that continues to unfold. The overwhelming infrastructure destruction means Haitians face a desperate shortage of the most basic human needs, including food and potable drinking water. My office has received many calls from Hamiltonians who want to help. I am passing along contact information for those of you who are wanting to contribute to the relief effort.

The following is a list of some of organizations that are accepting donations:

Canadian Red Cross
The fastest way to donate is online at www.redcross.ca/helpnow
Or phone toll free: 1-800-418-1111.

The Humanitarian Coalition (CARE Canada, Oxfam Canada, Oxfam-Quebec, Save the Children)
Online donations at www.humanitariancoalition.ca
Or phone toll free: 1-800-464-9154
Mail: THE HUMANITARIAN COALITION
PO Box 65035
Ottawa, ON
K2G 5Y3

Doctors without borders
www.msf.ca
Phone toll free: 1-800-982-7903
Mail: MSF Canada
402 — 720 Spadina Avenue
Toronto, ON
M5S 2T9
Fax: 416-963-8707

Of course, this is not an exhaustive list. Any charity would gladly accept your donation. And remember, the government has just lifted the cap on matching the donations from Canadians.

Thanks for your generosity,

Chris Charlton, MP
Hamilton Mountain