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Alberta floods: How Canadians can help

Canadians across the country are responding to the massive flooding that has hit southern Alberta, with more than $5.4 million already raised by the Canadian Red Cross. For those who still want to help out, a number of organizations are accepting donations.
A number of organizations are seeking volunteers or donations to help out southern Alberta communities hit by flooding. (Jonathan Hayward/Canadian Press)

Canadiansacross the country are responding to the massive flooding that has hit southern Alberta, with more than $5.4 million in personal and corporatedonationsalready raised by the Canadian Red Cross.

For those who still want to help out, a number of organizations are accepting donations.

The Canadian Red Cross Alberta Floods Response is accepting financial donations.Call 1-800-418-1111.

Canadians can also donate to the Salvation Army Alberta Flood Relief Effort at the website or call 1-800-725-2769.

Samaritan's Purse Canada says it will need volunteers to help in the cleanup and recovery of flooded homes. As well, people can donate money. Call 1-800-663-6500.

The Calgary Drop-In & Rehab Centre is also seekingvarious goods and supplies including socks, underwear, hygiene supplies, bug spray, blankets and pillows, towels and plungers. The centre isalso looking for volunteers and donations. Call 403-699-8260.

Other organizations seeking assistance include the YWCA of Calgary, CalgaryClean UpFacebookpage, Volunteer Calgary and YYC Helps.