KAWARTHA LAKES-When a devasting fire tore through the Princess Apartments in Bobcaygeon on Thursday, May 2 it left approximately 30 people without a home and the community wondering how to help.
In the days since residents and community groups have rallied around the displaced tenants of 108 Main Street and their pets. We have compiled a list of those community efforts.
Read more about the fire here: https://www.kawartha411.ca/2024/05/03/30-people-displaced-millions-in-damages-in-apartment-fire-in-bobcaygeon/
The most urgent need at the moment is temporary housing. If you can help out with housing please contact Susan at 705-772-9607.
The Bobcaygeon Community Fund is being used to accept financial donations. Donations can be made online by credit card or through e-transfer at https://www.kawarthafoundation.ca/community-fund-bobcaygeon.
Cheques, made payable to the Community Foundation of Kawartha Lakes (noting Bobcaygeon in the memo section of the cheque), can be mailed to The Community Foundation of Kawartha Lakes, Suite #302, 165 Kent Street West, Lindsay, Ontario K9V 2Y5. Cheques and cash can also be dropped off at the Retirement Suites of Kawartha Lakes at 60 West Street in Bobcaygeon and will be delivered to the Bobcaygeon Community Fund.
A Facebook Group called Bobcaygeon Fire Relief has been set up and can be accessed here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1152456152852912/
The Bobcaygeon Food Bank is also accepting food donations. It is located at 55 Main Street Bobcaygeon. The Food Bank will be open every day next week from 9-2:00, and continue with our regular Food Bank time of 1:30-3:30 on Tuesday and Friday.
The local Lion’s Club has also helped in the days immediately following the fire as have local churches and residents.
