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Harper Government Preventing Youth Violence with New Online Tool

April 30, 2013 -

The Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister for Status of Women, today announced Harper Government support to help end relationship violence among young Canadians through a new online resource.

Canadian Red Cross surgical team responds to critical care needs in South Sudan

April 26, 2013 -

A Canadian Red Cross field surgical team is supporting operations by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to provide emergency medical care to wounded patients affected by the conflict in South Sudan.

Red Cross responds to earthquake in Lushan, China

April 22, 2013 -

The Red Cross is rapidly mobilizing to meet the needs of thousands of people affected by a 7.0 magnitude earthquake in Lushan, China. According to initial assessments more than 2,000 people are injured and over 120,000 people have been forced from their homes.

Canadian Red Cross honours National Volunteer Week

April 21, 2013 -

This week, the Canadian Red Cross honours its volunteers during National Volunteer Week, April 21-27. Every year, tens of thousands of volunteers from coast to coast donate their time and energy to improve the lives of vulnerable people in Canada.

Red Cross reminds Canadians to be prepared for winter storms

April 11, 2013 -

As much of eastern Canada prepares for another blast of winter, the Canadian Red Cross is reminding Canadians to prepare for storms by knowing the risks in their communities, making a family emergency plan and getting or making an emergency preparedness kit.

Canada helps strengthen humanitarian assistance in Afghanistan

March 18, 2013 -

Canada’s development efforts in Afghanistan are focused on meeting basic needs in health and education, delivering humanitarian assistance and increasing the resilience of the Afghan people, especially women and children.

Canadian Red Cross mourns the loss of Music World Limited founder and long-time supporter Kroum Pindoff

January 17, 2013 -

Today the Canadian Red Cross mourns the loss of Kroum Pindoff, founder of Music World Limited and Pindoff Record Sales Limited; a compassionate humanitarian and long-time supporter of the work of the Canadian Red Cross around the world. Mr. Pindoff died peacefully at home in his sleep on January 16 at the age of 97.

Three years on from the devastating earthquake, the Canadian Red Cross continues to support communities in Haiti

January 10, 2013 -

Three years after a massive earthquake devastated Haiti, the Red Cross continues to help earthquake survivors rebuild and recover. Today, efforts have shifted from immediate life-saving assistance to long-term recovery to ensure communities can build a stronger and healthier future.

Canadian Red Cross launches holiday giving campaign to help Canadians give the gift of hope

December 13, 2012 -

The Canadian Red Cross is announcing the launch of our annual holiday fundraising campaign to support families impacted by disaster. Share your holiday spirit and donate relief items to families in need.

Red Cross concerned as humanitarian needs escalate in the Philippines

December 11, 2012 -

The Red Cross is raising the alarm as the need for humanitarian relief in the Philippines is growing more acute following Typhoon Bopha.