Habitat for Humanity Canada sends its thoughts and prayers to all those affected by the 8.9 magnitude earthquake and tsunami that devastated areas of Japan on March 11th. In response, we are currently working with our international office, Habitat for Humanity Japan, and other NGO partners to assess the situation, and determine how and where Habitat for Humanity can be of most help.

Debris covers part of a residential area in Rikuzentakata, northern Japan,
Monday, March 14, 2011, three days after a powerful earthquake-triggered
tsunami hit the country's east coast. (AP Photo/The Yomiuri Shimbun,
Atsushi Taketazu)

In the near term, Habitat will be sending leadership representatives to Japan to determine potential operational plans. We expect the response to include domestic volunteer engagement with key NGO partners, and directing activities focused on home clean-up and repair, although this latter element will be a function of resources, capacity, and specific needs of those affected by this disaster.

Please make a donation to help Habitat serve families affected by this disaster

We appreciate your donation to Habitat to aid in the response, and we will update our website with details on our activities in this recovery effort.

Yours In Partnership,
Habitat for Humanity Canada