How We Help
Disaster Management
Disasters can strike any time and anywhere and when they do those in need can’t wait; their needs are urgent. The Canadian Red Cross helps vulnerable communities in Canada and around the world affected by emergencies and disasters—situations ranging from individual housefires to natural disasters like floods that can disrupt an entire region. Following a disaster, the Red Cross works with governments and other humanitarian organizations to provide for people's basic needs including shelter, family reunification, assistance finding support, first aid, information, food and clothing. More»
International
From conflict zones to communities destroyed by devastating disasters or debilitating health issues, the Canadian Red Cross responds to the needs of vulnerable communities around the world. More»
Migrant and Refugee Services
Many refugees arrive in Canada with few resources and minimal knowledge of the services that can provide help. The Red Cross provides services from assistance securing employment to family reunification through our global network. More»
Restoring Family Links
The chaos and confusion that accompany war and natural disasters can separate families when they need each other most. The Canadian Red Cross Restoring Family Links program helps people in Canada to re-establish contact with immediate family members after separation due to war, internal conflict, natural disaster and other humanitarian crises. Whether the separation from a loved one happened fifty years ago or more recently, the Canadian Red Cross Restoring Family Links program may be able to help. More»
Current Appeals
When disasters strike or crises develop in Canada or around the world, the Red Cross may appeal for funds in order to provide emergency relief to vulnerable people. The Red Cross determines the needs of the affected population and the type of assistance that is required, based on assessments of the immediate, short and long-term assistance required. More»
First Aid & CPR
The aim of the Canadian Red Cross first aid program is to reduce death and suffering due to injury and sudden illness. We have been working toward this goal for more than 50 years, by training as many Canadians as possible in first aid, providing them with the knowledge and skills to deal with any emergency situation with confidence, caring and skill, and more importantly to prevent injuries wherever possible. The Canadian Red Cross provides first aid and CPR training to over 470,000 Canadians each year. More»
Swimming and Water Safety
Through our learn-to-swim program and public education, the Red Cross helps Canadians develop healthy, positive attitudes and stay safe. Whether you’re a parent wishing to enroll your child in swimming lessons, a teen who is interested in becoming a water safety instructor or lifeguard, or an adult looking to improve your swimming skills, Red Cross has a program for you. More than 27 million Canadians have learned through Red Cross how to swim and safely enjoy water activities since 1946. More»
RespectED: Violence and Abuse Prevention
Education is the key to prevention — of abuse, bullying, violence and sexual exploitation. For 25 years, in communities across Canada, the Canadian Red Cross has been helping to break the cycle of hurt. RespectED: Violence & Abuse Prevention programs promote healthier relationships and safer communities through education and partnerships. More»
Homecare Services
Canadian Red Cross provides in-home community services to help individuals in Ontario and Atlantic Canada live as independently as possible. The services enhance people's well-being and dignity, be they frail or elderly, children at risk, people with disabilities or palliative patients. More»
Health Equipment Loan Programs
No one expects to suffer illness or injury that affects their mobility, their independence or dignity - yet it happens to thousands of people in Canada every day: the child who needs crutches after a fall from a bike, or a senior who requires a wheelchair, cane or walker after slipping in the bathtub. The cost of purchasing or renting medical equipment is beyond the means of many of those who need it most. For more than 50 years the Canadian Red Cross has been offering Health Equipment Loan Programs. More»
