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Chinese communities in Canada and the US are actively raising donations to help in recovery efforts following the Sichuan quake. One event called "Together Always" was staged at Nathan Phillips Square, near Toronto's City Hall.



Chinese communities in Canada staged an event called "Together Always" was at Nathan Phillips Square, near Toronto's City Hall. (Photo: CCTV.com)

Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper and Toronto Mayor David Miller sent letters of condolence for quake victims. Many of the spectators felt deeply moved by the efforts of hundreds of volunteers.



A Hindu community in Toronto also began two-weeks of prayers and fundraising for China's quake-ravaged region. (Photo: CCTV.com)

A Hindu community in Toronto also began two-weeks of prayers and fundraising for China's quake-ravaged region.



In the US, dozens of overseas Chinese communities and associations held a grand fundraising gala in the "automobile capital" Detroit. (Photo: CCTV.com)

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