Each year, the Steelworkers Humanity Fund (SHF) provides emergency relief for natural and human-made disasters. Over the years, the SHF has supported communities in crisis with food, shelter, and medical supplies in Canada and worldwide. In 2024, SHF responded to the following emergencies, nearly 70% of them climate-related:
In 2024, the SHF contributed to 129 food banks across Canada
Read the press release about the 2024 SHF food bank donations and explore the list of food banks that benefited from these donations here.
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