Past Emergency Responses

Each and every year, disasters and emergencies strike here in Canada and around the world. During these critical moments, the Canadian Red Cross counts on the generosity of donors so we can help those in need.

Learn more about Red Cross emergency operations below – and see the incredible difference donors have made in the lives of people and communities impacted by disaster.

Women recalls fleeing the fires with a Red Cross volunteer at the Red Cross shelter in Wailuku, Maui

Hawaii Wildfires

The Red Cross is working to support emergency relief efforts and get help to people affected by the devastating wildfires in Hawaii as quickly as possible. Money raised will enable the Red Cross to provide relief, recovery, and resiliency activities in response to this and future disasters within Hawaii and the United States.

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medical staff wearing PPE in ambulance with patient

Italy COVID-19 Response Appeal

Learn about how the Red Cross responded to COVID-19 in Italy.

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medical staff wearing PPE placing patient into ambulance

China Novel-Coronavirus (COVID-19) Response Appeal.

Learn about how the Red Cross responded to COVID-19 in China.

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Hurricane Fiona

The Canadian Red Cross assisted more than 96,000 eligible households in the aftermath of the storm that left a trail of destruction across Atlantic Canada in September 2022.

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Australia Fires

Donate to the Australia Fires Appeal. Your donation will help the support the Australian Red Cross as they respond to devastating fires.

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2019 Spring Floods

Read how the Canadian Red Cross worked with municipal and provincial partners to support people affected by the 2019 floods.

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2018 Ottawa-Gatineau Tornadoes

Read how the Canadian Red Cross provided support after tornadoes touched down in areas of Ottawa and Gatineau.

2018 British Columbia Fires

Learn how the Red Cross responded to wildfires in British Columbia in 2018.

2018 British Columbia Floods

Learn how the Red Cross is responding to flooding in British Columbia.

New Brunswick Floods

Learn how the Red Cross is responding to spring flooding in New Brunswick.

2017 British Columbia Fires

If you’ve been affected by the wildfires register with the Red Cross for assistance

2017 Spring Flooding in Canada

Learn how the Red Cross is responding to spring flooding in Quebec and across Canada.

2016 Alberta Fires

Information on the Red Cross assistance available to individuals and families impacted by the wildfire in Fort McMurray and surrounding areas.

Syrian Refugee Arrival Appeal

Learn more about how the Canadian Red Cross responded to the Syrian Refugee Arrivals in Canada.

West Africa Ebola Virus

For more than two years, the Red Cross worked to bring an end to an unprecedented outbreak of Ebola in West Africa.

Nepal Region Earthquake

With the support of donors, the Canadian Red Cross sent help immediately following a devastating earthquake in Nepal and continues to support impacted communities today.

Past Emergencies and Disasters

From floods to droughts to conflicts – learn more about other disasters and emergencies the Red Cross has responded to over the years thanks to the support of donors.