Donations will also be collected in branches

MONTREAL, April 21, 2016 /CNW Telbec/ - National Bank will donate $20,000 to the Canadian Red Cross to support their efforts in helping the victims of the recent earthquake in Ecuador.

On behalf of the Canadian Red Cross, the Bank will also be accepting donations from the public in all its branches across Canada, from April 21 to May 21, 2016. Cheques and donations should be made out to the "Canadian Red Cross – Ecuador Earthquake Appeal."

The Red Cross will issue a tax receipt for all donations of $20 or more. All donations collected through National Bank branches will be remitted to the Red Cross and used to provide immediate assistance to those affected.

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