ArcelorMittal Long Products Canada has decided to contribute to the support for flood victims in eastern Canada with a donation of $3,000 to the Canadian Red Cross fund.

“In light of the current difficult events, the Canadian Red Cross plays an essential role. We want to help those who have to face the consequences of these floods near our host communities and elsewhere in Quebec and Canada,” said Gilles Quenneville, Vice President and General Manager, Human Resources and Legal Affairs for ArcelorMittal Long Products Canada. “We also encourage our employees and members of the community to make personal donations, giving the victims as much assistance as possible.”

Donations can be made to the Canadian Red Cross via their Web site www.redcross.ca or by calling 1 800 418-1111.

The Red Cross fund aids people affected by the flooding with shelter, food, basic home repairs, children’s needs and personal services.

Many areas near ArcelorMittal Long Products Canada facilities, including Montérégie and the western part of the Montreal Island, have been affected by unprecedented high water levels. Similar situations are also experienced in Ontario and New Brunswick.