Help A Family of 7 After Devastating Flood

On March 30th, 2025, a brutal ice storm hit Innisfil, Ontario, causing massive power outages, property damage, and widespread flooding. My sister, her husband, and their five children — including twin toddler boys and a baby — have been devastated by this storm.

Their basement flooded completely, destroying nearly everything they owned. They lost all of the baby and toddler items — clothing, diapers, cribs, toys — along with furniture and household necessities. Worst of all, they lost deeply sentimental items, including all of our late father's clothing and other precious keepsakes that can never be replaced.

They’ve been living in a hotel since the storm, trying to keep their children safe and warm — but the costs are quickly adding up, and insurance has refused to cover the damage or support temporary housing.

This family is out of options. They are exhausted, grieving, and struggling to make ends meet while trying to stay strong for their little ones.

We are asking for help to support them through this heartbreaking time. Your donation will help cover:

- Emergency hotel expenses and temporary housing

- Baby and toddler essentials (clothing, diapers, formula, bedding, toys)

- Replacement of damaged household items

- Cleanup and recovery costs

- A small sense of peace and stability for the kids

If you can give anything — even a small amount — or share this with others, it would mean the world to our family. Thank you for showing them that they’re not alone.

With deep gratitude,

Abbie Rutledge