MONTREAL, Feb. 13, 2026 /CNW/ - Desjardins Group has teamed up with the Canadian Red Cross, donating $100,000 to the Tumbler Ridge Tragedy Appeal. 

"We're deeply affected by the tragedy at Tumbler Ridge. During these very trying moments, we want to offer our full support to the community and the individuals affected. Our thoughts are with the families, their loved ones and everyone who's going through this extremely difficult time," said Denis Dubois, President and CEO of Desjardins Group.  

Like at government offices, Desjardins Group's flags have been lowered and will remain at half-mast until February 17, to honour the victims in Tumbler Ridge.

Donations to the Canadian Red Cross will help support individuals affected by this devastating event. Money raised will be used to help meet immediate needs and address the impacts on individuals, families and communities.

Desjardins members and clients who would like to contribute to the Tumbler Ridge Tragedy Appeal can make a donation by going to www.redcross.ca or by calling 1-800-418-1111.

About Desjardins Group

Desjardins Group is the largest cooperative financial group in North America and the sixth largest in the world, with assets of $511.9 billion as at September 30, 2025. It has been named one of the top employers in Canada by both Forbes magazine and Mediacorp. It has also been recognized as one of the World's Best Banks in 2025 by Forbes. To meet the diverse needs of its members and clients, Desjardins offers a full range of products and services to individuals and businesses through its extensive distribution network, its online platforms, and its subsidiaries across Canada. Ranked among the world's strongest banks according to The Banker magazine, Desjardins has one of the highest capital ratios and one of the highest credit ratings in the industry.

SOURCE Desjardins Group