The Canadian Medical Association Foundation (CMAF) is announcing a $10 million donation to address the needs of vulnerable populations affected by the COVID-19 pandemic in communities across Canada.
Through a strategic collaboration with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), the CMAF is donating funds directly to municipalities to support their efforts to reach, protect and assist their most vulnerable residents — including those experiencing homelessness, food insecurity and mental health and substance use challenges.
The COVID-19 Community Response Fund for Vulnerable Populations will go toward items such as:
- creating dedicated spaces to support physical distancing measures;
- medical and support services for people experiencing mental health and substance use challenges;
- community food programs;
- personal protective equipment for community support workers; and
- other measures designed to build community resiliency and support sustainable recovery.
