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Canadian Red Cross provides additional financial help for people evacuated as a result of British Columbia wildfires
- Thanks to the generosity of Canadians who have contributed to the Canadian Red Cross B.C. Fires Appeal, the Red Cross will be providing financial assistance to people evacuated as a result of the British Columbia Fires, in addition to the funding being distributed on behalf of the Province of British Columbia.
Canadian Red Cross launches fund for BC Fires
- Massive wildfires have triggered evacuations across British Columbia and the Red Cross is now accepting donations to support those affected.
Canadian Red Cross Welcomes Support from the Government of Canada for COVID-19 Response
- The Canadian Red Cross welcomes its continued partnership with the federal government to help augment pandemic response needs across the country, as referenced today during the Government of Canada’s Fall Economic Update.
One year after the tornadoes, the Red Cross remains present in Gatineau to support those affected
- One year after the tornadoes, the Red Cross remains present in the area to support those impacted by the disaster. This support includes financial assistance and lodging services for the most vulnerable individuals.
Canadian Red Cross providing financial aid for flooding relief
- The Canadian Red Cross has announced financial assistance for households in affected Quebec, New Brunswick and Ontario communities directly impacted by spring flooding.
Red Cross Distributes $30 Million to Evacuees in Just One Day
- In just one day, more than half of the $50 million offered by the Canadian Red Cross to help people affected by the Alberta wildfires has already reached thousands of families in need of basic items during this difficult time.
Banks Accepting Donations for Red Cross Alberta Fires Appeal
- The Canadian Red Cross is pleased to announce that 10 banks in Canada will be accepting cash donations from the public in support of Red Cross efforts to assist those affected by the massive wildfires in Alberta.
Canadian Red Cross responds to fires in Alberta
- Massive wildfires have triggered the largest fire-related evacuation in Alberta history with more than 70,000 individuals displaced due to evacuation orders.
Canadian Red Cross launches holiday giving campaign to benefit families and individuals in need across Canada
- The Canadian Red Cross has launched a holiday fundraising campaign to support families and individuals impacted by disasters and personal emergencies across the country.
The Red Cross is mobilizing its resources to assist those affected by the disaster in Lac-Mégantic
- Since Saturday, July 6, the Red Cross has been mobilizing teams of volunteers and deploying emergency equipment in Lac-Mégantic in support of the municipality and public authorities as they assist evacuees in the wake of the huge fire following a train derailment.
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