Fire on Franklin Avenue
On Saturday, January 5th, an early morning fire tore through 6 townhouses on Franklin Avenue in the Perth and Dupont neighborhood. The damage was extensive- to the point that none of the houses are habitable. The fire started in one home and quickly spread across the rooftops. The houses were old and easy prey. While no one was injured and no children lived in these homes there were pets that were missing and a cat died as a result. Most of the damage to the homes occured from the roofs caving in and flood damage.
The residents of these homes have found temporary shelter and have received some assistance the Canadian Red Cross.
If you would like to help these families by offering a donation of furniture, or clothing, please contact Pat or Chris at 416 392- 7012, the Canadian Red Cross at 416 444-3042. Drop offs can be made at the constituency office- 1232 College St. W (at Margueretta) or the Perth Davenport Boys and Girls Club at two locations:
180 Westmorland 416-536-4102, open from 7:30 am -9 pm
21 Randolph Ave, 416-530-4233, open from 2-8;30 pm
A trust fund will be set up soon if you would like to make a monetary donation.
Once more details are available we will let you know. Any and all assistance you can provide is greatly appreciated.
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