Lac-Megantic Tragedy: UMQ Appeals for Municipal Solidarity

Jul 9, 2013
The Union of Quebec Municipalities (UMQ), issued an appeal this week to the entire municipal sector for solidarity in helping the town of Lac-Mégantic and its residents rebuild their community in the wake of the tragedy caused by the July 5 derailment and explosion of an oil tanker train.

Their association issued a press release yesterday, and sent it to sister associations across Canada, inviting municipalities to make donations. More information is available in the full press release.