Migrant and Refugee Services

Restoring Family Links
We help people in Canada to reconnect with immediate family members after separation due to war, internal conflict, natural disaster and other humanitarian crises. This program is offered across Canada. More»

Detention Monitoring Program
Canadian Red Cross promotes a protective environment for immigration detainees by providing independent monitoring of conditions. More»

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British Red Cross

First Contact
Red Cross provides refugee claimants with information on how to find affordable housing, process a refugee claim, secure employment, as well as how to apply for legal aid or social assistance. This program is offered in the following areas.

• Ontario
• Vancouver, British Columbia

Smart Start first aid training
Learn how to prevent and respond to injuries in your home and at work. This program is offered in the following areas.

• Vancouver, British Columbia
• Brandon, Manitoba

Smart Start disaster preparedness
The Red Cross responds to disasters in your region and throughout the country and can teach you how to be prepared. This program is offered in Vancouver.