News Releases : Emergencies and Disasters in Canada (Page 9)

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Emergencies and Disasters in Canada

Canadian Red Cross accepting donations to support those affected by flooding in Thunder Bay

May 30, 2012 -

The Canadian Red Cross is appealing for funds to support relief efforts following massive flooding in Thunder Bay. 

Canadian Red Cross helped provide relief and assistance to thousands: one year after northern Alberta wildfires

May 11, 2012 -

One year following wildfires that devastated northern and central Alberta including the town of Slave Lake, the region is firmly on the path to recover from the largest disaster in Alberta’s history.

Canadian Red Cross urges communities to plan for emergencies

May 07, 2012 -

Although approximately 85 percent of Canadians believe it is important to have an emergency preparedness kit to protect their and their family’s safety in a disaster, more than 20 million people in Canada do not have one.

Japan earthquake anniversary reminds Canadians to prepare for disasters

March 09, 2012 -

The Canadian Red Cross is calling for greater investment in local preparedness initiatives one year after an earthquake and tsunami devastated the coast of Japan.

Canadian Red Cross responds to fire in Iqaluit

February 29, 2012 -

The Canadian Red Cross is providing assistance following a devastating fire that destroyed a 22 unit townhouse complex in Iqaluit, Nunavut, on February 26, 2012.