Investigators are still trying to determine what caused a deadly fire in the city's west-end Monday night.
Fire officials say the fire that killed two-year-old Khalid Ali started on the main floor of his family's Caldwell Avenue town home.
Investigators have been able to determine there was at least one working smoke detector in the home. A second smoke detector, however, was so badly damaged it is unclear whether or not it was functioning at the time of the blaze.
How you can help
The tragic fire displaced several families living in the townhouse complex and has sparked numerous community efforts to offer help.
A bank account called the Khalid Ali Family Fund has been set up at a Carlington area TD bank.
Those wishing to donate money to the fund can make a donation to TD bank branch 0229, account number 5215301.
Donations are also being accepted at Carlington Community and Health Services and the Salvation Army.
Those willing to offer their help can drop off donations at the following locations:
- Cash and clothing can be dropped off at Carlington Community and Health Services at 900 Merivale Rd.
- Cash can be donated at the Central Park Tim Hortons located at 1250 Merivale Rd.
- Clothing can be dropped off at The Stronghold at 102-1465 Caldwell Ave.
- To co-ordinate furniture donations, residents are asked to call Sister Lorena at the Family House at 613-728-1268.
- The Neighbourhood Diversity Store will also be accepting items this Saturday from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at 1525 Caldwell Ave.
