The Canadian Red Cross Tracing and Reunification service was expanded in response to the Southeast Asia “boat people” crisis. A special unit was created to handle queries about refugees and victims of war.
The Unrelated Bone Marrow Donor Registry was established, providing an avenue of hope for those suffering from rare diseases like leukemia.
Health Canada’s Bureau of Biologics licensed the Canadian Red Cross as a manufacturer of biological products.
Red Cross First Aid course. Location unknown, 1987.