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Red Cross assisting people impacted by explosion in Lebanon
- The humanitarian needs in Beirut, Lebanon are immense following the recent explosion, which has exacerbated an already dire humanitarian situation in a country that is currently hosting the largest number of refugees per capita and is struggling with environmental and economic uncertainties.
Canadian Red Cross annual campaign with Walmart Canada raises funds for disaster relief
- The Canadian Red Cross is pleased to announce the launch of its annual fundraising campaign with Walmart Canada in support of disaster relief and preparedness.
Study shows pandemic affecting Canadians’ consumption of alcohol and cannabis
- Latest results from an ongoing Pan Canadian study by the Canadian Red Cross suggest a portion of adults who use alcohol and cannabis have increased their consumption of those substances during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Red Cross recruits 1,000 Canadians to join its humanitarian workforce in long-term care homes in Quebec
- In support of the Government of Quebec the Canadian Red Cross has launched a recruitment campaign to build a humanitarian workforce of 1,000 individuals to work in long-term care homes. This workforce will support existing personnel and provide comfort and care to residents.
Canadian Red Cross Statement on Racism and Racialized Violence
- The Canadian Red Cross joins people in Canada and around the world in expressing our sadness and standing in solidarity with the millions of people who continue to experience anti-Black racism, anti-Indigenous racism, and racialized violence.
Pandemic study reaffirms Red Cross concern for vulnerable seniors
- A COVID-19 study conducted by Leger for the Canadian Red Cross is shining a brighter light on long-standing issues of the most vulnerable among Canada’s senior population.
Applications open for new $350 Million Emergency Community Support Fund
- The Canadian Red Cross, Community Foundations of Canada and United Way Centraide Canada today launched calls for applications for the new Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF).
Canadian Red Cross welcomes investment from Government of Canada
- The Canadian Red Cross welcomes up to $100 million in funding announced today by the Government of Canada to help augment public health measures during COVID-19, and enhance the organization’s capacity for response to floods and wildfires.
Canadian Red Cross study says pandemic taking a toll on young adults
- A new study conducted by Leger for the Canadian Red Cross shows living in the COVID-19 era has left nearly half of young adults in Canada experiencing excessive anxiety and symptoms of depression.
Canadian Red Cross, Community Foundations of Canada, United Way Centraide Canada
- The Government of Canada’s $350M Emergency Community Support Fund is a vital step forward in our country’s rapid response to COVID-19.
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