Blankets for the Poor

Blankets for the Poor

Midnight settled over a city in India. Homeless people huddled around a local temple and bus stop, trying to sleep. They shivered in the bitter December air.  “The winter has arrived and we do not have enough blankets or heating to protect from…. the cold ….. We have...
Rebuilding damaged houses in Ukraine

Rebuilding damaged houses in Ukraine

As the war in Ukraine drags on, many people are experiencing the pain of rebuilding their damaged houses. Dina, an 88-year-old widow, lives with her daughter. They speak sadly of the day bombs fell on their village, damaging their house. “Only memories remain. The...
Hurricane Fiona Devastates Canada’s Maritimes

Hurricane Fiona Devastates Canada’s Maritimes

CAM Canada’s Rapid Response Units are on the ground and helping with cleanup in the aftermath of Hurricane Fiona. Wind speeds were recorded at 160 km/h. On the coastline, waves reached heights of 5-8 metres as they crashed into Cape Breton Island. The devastation is...
Flooding in Asia devastates many villages

Flooding in Asia devastates many villages

Months of heavy rain caused flooding in Asia that overwhelmed streets and houses. The seasonal monsoon rains left many villages and houses under water. CAM provided support to contacts who have been delivering aid in Pakistan and Afghanistan, and most recently, helped...
Winter in Ukraine will increase needs

Winter in Ukraine will increase needs

The looming winter months concern many Ukrainians who feel the effects of a war-tattered land. Even before the war, winter in Ukraine created hardships for many people. Thousands of people, especially the elderly, need aid to help them get through the freezing...
Easing the dread of winter in eastern Europe

Easing the dread of winter in eastern Europe

Winter is coming. Imagine living in a poverty-stricken village where temperatures often drop below freezing at night. Biting winds sneak through cracks in the doorways and windowpanes. The cold leaves you shivering, even with a small stove and layers of clothing and...