Natural resources minister Rene Brunelle (left) and Northern Affairs Minister Leo Bernier tramp through the ruins of Cobalt, devastated by $4 million (...)

Original Toronto Star caption: Natural resources minister Rene Brunelle (left) and Northern Affairs Minister Leo Bernier tramp through the ruins of Cobalt; devastated by $4 million fire. Bernier announced immediate grant of $500;000 along with souped-up provincial relief program. Money has begun to pour in; including a $7;000 cheque from a Canadian Legion convention in London; Ont. Local mines have each pledged $1;000 plus low-interest $500 loans to those made homeless.