On March 20, the Canadian Red Cross hosted its 20th annual fundraising event at New City Gas, bringing together more than 325 guests for an evening filled with emotion and generosity. Among the highlights of the evening, Martine Lalonde, a volunteer from the greater Montreal area, touched the hearts of all present.

In January, I had the opportunity to travel to the Philippines with Kelsey Lemon, Vice President, International Cooperation at the Canadian Red Cross. The purpose of our visit was to reinforce shared commitments with the Philippine Red Cross, identify future opportunities, and gain a better understanding of the programs and strategic directions of the Philippine Red Cross. 

Today, Olena Lysogorov lives with her daughter Tatiana and her two grandchildren in a shelter in Cherkasy. The shelter has been renovated by the Ukrainian Red Cross Society, with the support of the Canadian Red Cross, to welcome those displaced by the conflict. Originally from the Donetsk region, she was living in the town of Kramatorsk when an explosion destroyed her home three years ago. 

As snow continues to melt in most parts of Canada, it’s important to prepare for potential floods and know what do before, during, and after a flood. Follow our step-by-step guide on how to prepare before a flood, what to do during a flood, and what to do after a flood. Access free emergency plan and emergency kits resources. 

Everyday life is full of surprises, especially when emergencies can happen when we least expect them. That's why knowing first aid can be a game-changer—it can even give you the confidence to step in and save a life! 

The Canadian Red Cross has a long and proud history of women involved in its humanitarian services, with more than 100 years of providing help and hope. Today, women still play a vital role in the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement, in Canada and around the world. To commemorate International Women’s Day, we want to celebrate an example of two women working, learning, and leading together.  

Growing up in Newfoundland and Labrador, Linda Phillips learned about the Canadian Red Cross in school and was encouraged to be kind and help others. At the age of 10, she started to put half of her recess money - which was only five cents – in a bottle dedicated to donations to the Red Cross. 

Sixty Red Cross Red Crescent National Societies and more than 186,000 trained volunteers have been actively responding to the needs of people from Ukraine in 45 countries. It is one of the largest humanitarian responses in history and for many, life continues to be defined by uncertainty, financial hardship, and limited access to basic services.