TORONTO, Aug. 22, 2011 /CNW/ - Scotiabank today contributed $20,000 to aid victims of the devastating tornado which struck Goderich on the weekend.

"Our employees and our customers were affected by the twister that touched down in Goderich and our hearts go out to everyone in the community," said James McPhedran, Scotiabank Senior Vice-President for Ontario Region. "We hope that this contribution will help as they begin to rebuild."

Scotiabank is committed to supporting the communities in which we live and work, both in Canada and abroad, through our global philanthropic program, Scotiabank Bright Future.  Recognized as a leader internationally and among Canadian corporations for our charitable donations and philanthropic activities, Scotiabank has provided on average approximately $44 million annually to community causes around the world over each of the last five years. Visit us at www.scotiabank.com.