Amr is a media officer with the Palestine Red Crescent Society. Like many of his colleagues, his family has been impacted by the ongoing conflict in Gaza. We first introduced Amr after his family fled the north of Gaza to Khan Younis. We connected with him again, one year after the escalation of hostilities.

Did you know that as part of your Will, you can set aside money for charity like the Canadian Red Cross? This is often referred to as planned or legacy giving, and it’s becoming more common as people living in Canada are looking for ways to continue supporting causes they care about.  

Over the last year, many countries in Eastern and Southern Africa have navigated cholera outbreaks due to weather-related issues like heavy rains, floods, and landslides. The Comoro Islands (Comoros), a small country made up of three islands in the Indian Ocean off the coast of East Africa, was among the countries that faced a cholera outbreak. In Comoros,  a significant number of cholera cases affected children and youth.

Since July 22, 2024, the Canadian Red Cross has provided and continues to provide critical services and support to those impacted by the 2024 Alberta wildfires.  

Kendall Watson is a motorcyclist and first aid instructor with the Canadian Red Cross. Her dad was involved in a serious motorcycle crash years ago and she witnessed his long recovery. This personal experience, combined with her long-time interest in providing first aid training led Kendall to contribute to the development of the first aid module of the Biker Down program. 

Laura Enekegho is a fourth year PhD student in the Department of Biochemistry at the University of Alberta. When she isn’t in a laboratory, classroom, or volunteering on campus, you will find her at the Canadian Red Cross Health Equipment Loan Program (HELP) depot in Edmonton as a client services volunteer. 

Hello, fellow furballs! I’m Coco, your wise and witty feline guide. Thunderstorms can be a real cat-astrophe, but don’t worry—I’m here to share some purr-fect tips to keep you and your humans safe. So, let’s get ready for those loud and flashy storms together! 

When it comes to disasters and crises around the world, local Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement staff and volunteers are at the heart of the response— taking action to support people who have been impacted.