2012 (Page 10)

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What a volunteer wants

August 13, 2012 - Volunteerism provides a sense of accomplishment for the person giving his or her time, as well as a boost for organizations working to improve both local and global communities.

Native Women’s Association seeks solutions to domestic violence

August 09, 2012 - The Ontario Native Women's Association met in Sudbury recently to explore possible prevention methods for domestic violence.

Refugees find better lives in Canada, but still need a helping hand

August 08, 2012 - The Calgary Herald recently reported on a man named Dhamber Diyali, who came to Canada with his family seeking refuge from Bhutan in 2009.

Swimming lessons save lives

August 08, 2012 - Knowing how to swim is about much more than being able to show off a mean backstroke, as this integral life skill can save a person's life.

Backyard pool safety precautions may prevent emergencies

August 08, 2012 - Having a pool in your backyard can make you the envy of the neighborhood and lead to big summertime fun, but it can also pose some major hazards.

Many Canadians are concerned about access to healthcare

August 07, 2012 - Every community requires high-quality, accessible healthcare in order to thrive economically and socially.

Survey shows one-third of students in Ontario are bullied

August 07, 2012 - A team of researchers at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) conducted a survey of students in grades seven through 12 and discovered that about 29 percent of kids are bullied at school.

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Photo of the Day: Operation Lost and Found

August 07, 2012 - Red Cross volunteers at the Royal St. John’s Regatta help reunite lost children with their parents, provide information to the public and assist with lost articles.

How to develop a family emergency plan

August 03, 2012 - When disaster strikes, preparedness can do much to mitigate the effects of severe weather, hurricanes or other emergencies, like a house fire.

The Red Cross works to give children in Liberia a helping hand

August 03, 2012 - Over the past 17 years, Liberia has seen war and poverty that have resulted in torn families and a broken educational system, leaving many children vulnerable to forced servitude.

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