It's estimated that the earthquake in Haiti affected as many as 3 million people, taking the lives of 200,000 and injuring 250,000 more.
More than 1 million people are now homeless as a result of the disaster. It has been noted that it was the worst earthquake in the region in more than 200 years. Indeed, with respect to loss of human life, it ranks in the top 10 most devastating earthquakes in recorded history, dating nearly as far back as 500 BC.
Haiti is the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere, ranking 149th of 182 countries on the United Nations Human Development Index. By comparison, Canada ranks in fourth spot, preceded by Iceland, Australia and Norway.
Given that Greater Toronto Realtors recognize the essential role that shelter plays in everyone's lives, the Toronto Real Estate Board has donated $50,000 to the Canadian Red Cross to help with relief efforts, and help the people of Haiti. Realtors throughout Canada are also offering help by making individual donations through the Canadian Real Estate Association's Realtors Care Foundation. [read more->]
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