Posted November 28, 2014 by Global Administrator
As December is upon us and we prepare to enjoy the holiday season with family and friends, sharing gifts, traditions and special moments with loved ones, and reflecting on the year that has passed, we also want to invite Canadians to help us bring warmth and comfort to people who are not as fortunate in communities across the country.
Posted November 21, 2014 by Red Cross Talks - Red Cross blogger
This holiday season, Target customers can share in the spirit of giving by purchasing items included in a limited-edition collaboration with TOMS. Every purchase will provide a blanket, meals or shoes to those in need by matching your purchases with donations.
Posted September 09, 2014 by Red Cross Talks - Red Cross blogger
The communications team at the Canadian Red Cross in Ontario has been tasked with hosting a bake sale next week at our headquarters in Mississauga. Help me choose which cookies to bake to ensure a successful bake sale.
Posted August 26, 2014 by Global Administrator
We've all seen or experienced disasters; there seems to be more and more of them every year. In those situations, I'm always wondering what I can do to help. Whether you are near the disaster or far from the actual damage, here are three ways you can make a difference:
Posted July 02, 2014 by Red Cross Talks - Red Cross blogger
See pictures of Walmart Canada's Supporting Families in Need Day on Saturday (June 28th) which took place in Walmart stores across Canada in celebration of 20 years in the country. Walmart Canada held the day to thank its customers for helping to raise money for its charities, including the Canadian Red Cross.
Posted April 11, 2014 by Red Cross Talks - Red Cross blogger
Rose Thompson, a volunteer with the London branch, knows how to throw a party. Last summer, the White Oaks Walmart store in London exceeded its Red Cross fundraising goal, due in large part, to Rose’s efforts.
Posted January 23, 2014 by Global Administrator
She’s only 8 years old, but she wanted to help out any way that she could. Meet Hanna, a grade 3 student from Saskatchewan. Hanna learned about Typhoon Haiyan during her Social Studies class. After hearing about the devastation in the Philippines, she thought about how she could raise money to help those who were affected.
Posted December 23, 2013 by Global Administrator
Since the beginning of the year John Gallin has visited his local Red Cross branch in London, Ontario to donate his pocket change. Inspired during a first aid course, John decided his goal was to visit the branch every week to make his donation. In the past 12 months John has surpassed his goal of $100 and has donated almost $600 with a few weeks left still!
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