The Town of The Blue Mountains would like to share its sympathies and condolences to the people of Jamaica following the events of Hurricane Melissa.
The Blue Mountains has a strong connection with Jamaica through the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program. Every year, the Town benefits from the contributions of workers from Jamaica, who play an essential role in supporting the Town’s agricultural industry. On October 28, 2025, Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Jamaica, impacting its citizens and causing catastrophic damage across the island.
“We’re deeply saddened by the destruction and loss caused by Hurricane Melissa,” said Mayor Andrea Matrosovs. “On behalf of Council, I want to extend my heartfelt sympathies to the people of Jamaica and to the many Jamaican workers who are part of our community. The contributions they bring to The Blue Mountains are invaluable, and my condolences go out to all who have been impacted.”
The Georgian Bay Fruit Growers Association, following the advice of F.A.R.M.S. and the Jamaican Liaison Service, recommends that residents or members of the public who wish to support relief and recovery efforts in Jamaica make monetary donations to the official Government of Jamaica recovery portal online at https://supportjamaica.gov.jm.
