It’s a HUGE list, and it’s getting bigger!  Here are as many of the local businesses we’ve heard about that are accepting donations or opening their doors to help out evacuees! 

 

  • If you would like to make a donation, you can donate to the Redcross HERE, or text the word ‘redcross’ to 30333 to send $5 that will be added to your phone bill.
  • Microtel Inn & Suits by Wyndham are offering free rooms in Whitecourt and Bonnyville for up to 7 days, while rooms last.
  • If you want to help take people in, you can post to this Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Fort-McMurray-Evacuee
  • Been told the Edmonton Emergency Relief Society may need some help: http://www.eerss.org/
  • You can volunteer to help with Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo Emergency Social Services: betterimpact.com/Application
  • Also, The Pint locations in Edmonton say they will offer free meals to between 11am-2pm and 6-8pm. If you have a Fort McMurray address on your licence they will take care of your bill for you.
  • World Health has opened their clubs to residents of Fort McMurray who would benefit from having a work out with a shower and amenities.
  • Fountain Tire (8550 Yellowhead Trail) is offering free repairs for Fort Mac residents.
  • If you’re trying to find a loved one or need evacuation information, you can call the regional municipality at 780-762-3636 or the Red Cross at 1-888-350-6070. 
  • Facebook has also put a ‘Check In’ option on the site: www.facebook.com/safetycheck/fortmcmurray
  • Staff at the Maier Center is offering a place to stay, or support services for kids with autism.
  • Earls Restaurants are offering a sandwich and a drink to anyone with Fort Mac I.D AND will donate all of today’s steak sales in Alberta to Red Cross.
  • Boston Pizza in Millwoods & South Common Edmonton are providing individual pizzas with a free pop.
  • Indian Fushion downtown Edmonton providing free meals with proof of government ID

  • G+E Pharmacy (7326-82 Ave) is giving away 4-6 pounds of pet food with proof of Fort McMurray residency.

  • Need housing? Offering housing? Both can be accommodated HERE. (only click if you need assistance, website server is strained)
  • The Legion in Fort Saskatchewan is open for people to come and stay WITH PETS!
  • ETS is offering free shuttle service for evacuees between Edmonton Airport and the Reception Centre atNorthlands.
  • You can drop off bottles at Triple H Southside Bottle Depot and they’ll donate the money to Red Cross if you like.
  • The Druid Irish Pub is offering a free meal and beverage to anyone displaced by the fires in Fort Mac. Just present a government issued ID with a Fort Mac address and you’ll be taken care of.
  • Wawanesa has opened temporary claims centers in key areas to assist policyholders with reporting losses and obtaining information as it relates to the Northern Alberta wildfire disaster.
  • Alberta Animal Rescues will direct you to places that can help any pets effected by the wildfire.
  • West Edmonton Mall is offering all attraction for free to Fort McMurray residents.
  • Champion Foods is offering pet food!
  • The Telus World of Science is offering free entry!
  • Metro Cinema is offering some free kids movies!
  • All Edmonton StorageMart locations are offering free rent for a month to anyone with a Fort Mac I.d.
  • Mayfield Toyota is doing a fundraiser next Saturday, May.14 for a car wash and BBQ with all proceeds going to RED CROSS
  • LZ Trampoline: Family Day specials again; Adults can jump for $10/hour and Children $5/hour with a Fort Mac ID.
  • Grove RV is taking donations for the victims of the Fort McMurray tragedy. Donations can be brought to Castledowns park 158 ave 115 st on Saturday from 9 to 5 between diamonds 1 and 2. Water, toiletries, pet supplies and all other items accepted
  • Grande Tire Inc is offering free repairs, rotations and family pricing on new product to anyone with a Fort McMurray address. 5505 128 Ave NW
  • Ricki’s is offering 10 items at 75% off. “Please let your friends know that our store at WEM and all other Alberta locations will honor this offer with ID showing they are from Fort McMurray“
  • Panda Hut Express – 10879 23AVE – . “For the remainder of May, we are pleased to offer an invite to any displaced persons to come in for meal on us. Just provide proof of a Fort McMurray address (License, passport, etc) to join us for one food item off the menu.”
  • Reitmans (Canada) – “Please come in to any Reitmans, Penningtons, Addition Elle, Thyme Maternity or R & W Co.stores and ask what we can do for you! 75% off”
  • Dairy Queen (7460 76 ave) is offering free $6 & $7 meal deals and kids meals to anyone with a valid Fort Mac I.D
  • Chianti Cafe & Restaurant (the Whyte Ave. location and Clareview as well) will be offering free meals to those displaced by the Fort McMurray fires
  • Papa John’s in Edmonton and area are offering ONE large 2 topping pizza to anyone with government issued Fort Mac ID.
  • Rain Salon in WEM is offering 15% off all hair products, and some stylists are discounting services up to 20%. Just make sure to ask about it at the reception desk.
  • Second Specs in Wem is making free prescription glasses for anyone from fort mac who lost theirs in the fire.
  • Alberta Eye on 107 ave and 109 street is doing free eye exams and glasses.
  • Starbucks at West Edmonton Mall  – giving out 2 free drinks to anyone who can show valid I.d showing they are from Fort Mac.
  • Alberta RV & Resort Magazine has a list of camping locations graciously offered to Fort McMurray residents displaced by the fire.  Please visit http://www.rvandresort.com/ymm-fire/.  If you have a camping location you would like to have added to the list please email ron@rvandresort.com.
  • Edible Arrangements – Free swizzle chocolate strawberry box for Fort mac evacuees
  • Estelle Hair Academy – Free wash, scalp massage and style to people with valid Fort mac ID
  • https://www.facebook.com/mitoma/posts/10153995406946259?__mref=message_bubble << SUPPORT STICKERS!
  • Align Orthodontics – Free repair and comfort care to Fort Mac victims. Located Edmonton South, call 780 463 5141

 

If you know ANY other businesses helping out feel free to send us the info and we’ll add it to the list!

–The Pepper & Dylan Show 

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