Cape Breton Regional Municipality says it's not waiting for paperwork to get disaster assistance to those in need following devastating floods this week. Accommodations for people who need itIn Cape Breton, Centre 200 will remain open as a comfort centre 24 hours a day, for those who need it. Anyone who needs a ride to Centre 200 can call their local fire department or the non-emergency number for Cape Regional Police at 902-563-5151. In the meantime, donations of school supplies can be made at the education department of Cape Breton University and at Sydney Academy. Donations of money can be made to the financial department of the Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board office at 275 George St.

Source: CBC News October 13, 2016 14:14 UTC