To help people affected by the wildfires that are burning around B.C., the Province of British Columbia will match all donations to the Red Cross, up to $20 million.
Kimberly Nemrava, Vice President of BC/Yukon Canadian Red Cross says this offer to match donations will only run until October 12th.
"It is specific to this appeal, matching all individual and community fundraising events donations matched up to 20 Million dollars."
The B.C. government declared a provincial state of emergency on Aug. 15 to support the response to the ongoing wildfire situation.
Canadians wishing to make a financial donation to help those impacted by the B.C. fires can do so by calling 1 800 418-1111 or online at www.redcross.ca