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Canadian Red Cross announces financial assistance this holiday season for Jasper residents impacted by wildfires in Alberta

December 09, 2024 - The Canadian Red Cross will be providing an additional one-time $500 payment per household for people impacted by the 2024 Alberta wildfires. 

Canadian Red Cross provides financial support to small businesses and not-for-profits in Jasper and surrounding area

September 17, 2024 - Thanks to funds raised for the 2024 Alberta Wildfires Appeal and with financial support from the Government of Alberta, the Canadian Red Cross has announced the Support to Small Businesses and Not-for-Profits Program

Re-entry Support Centre opened in Jasper, Alberta to assist residents impacted by the fires

August 16, 2024 - The Re-entry Support Centre is a one-stop location for information and services as Jasper residents enter the community.

Red Cross opens collaborative Humanitarian Services Centre in Hinton, Alberta

August 08, 2024 - Today, the Canadian Red Cross opened a Humanitarian Services Centre in Hinton, Alberta, that will bring together community organizations and other partners in a collaborative effort to provide essential support for those impacted by the wildfires in Jasper.

Canadian Red Cross thanks community partners and raises over $674,000 during Alberta Day of Caring for Jasper event

August 01, 2024 - Thanks to the generosity of people in Alberta and across the country, the Canadian Red Cross is proud to announce that Alberta Day of Caring for Jasper event raised more than $674,000 to help individuals and families impacted by the recent wildfires in Alberta.

Canadian Red Cross announces financial assistance for people evacuated from Jasper due to wildfires in Alberta

July 30, 2024 - The Canadian Red Cross today announced it will be providing $750 per household for people evacuated from their primary residence in Jasper, Alberta to help individuals and families meet urgent needs resulting from the recent wildfires in the area.

Canadian Red Cross launches appeal for people affected by Alberta Wildfires

July 25, 2024 - The Canadian Red Cross has launched the 2024 Alberta Wildfires Appeal to help people and communities impacted by wildfires in Alberta.
 

Canadian Red Cross and Walmart Canada launch annual campaign

June 29, 2023 - For the next month, Walmart customers  can donate to Red Cross at the checkout in stores across Canada.  Funds raised will go toward disaster relief and preparedness, which may include emergency lodging, clothing, food, personal hygiene and other items.  

Red Cross applauds the Government of Canada’s release of the National Adaptation Strategy

June 27, 2023 - The Canadian Red Cross applauds the Government of Canada for releasing the official National Adaptation Strategy (NAS). Today’s announcement signals continued momentum in addressing risks associated with climate change in Canada through a whole-of-society approach.

Canadian Red Cross launches appeal for people most impacted by the Nova Scotia & Atlantic Canada fires

May 31, 2023 - The Canadian Red Cross has launched the Nova Scotia & Atlantic Canada Fires Appeal to support people who are most impacted by wildfires.