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Read about humanitarian worker and author France Hurtubise

France is wearing glasses and an orange vest while smiling at the camera in an outdoor setting

France Hurtubise, a retired Communications delegate living in Montréal, looks back on her experience in the humanitarian sector and shares her story with us. Over the course of 25 years working abroad, France traveled to four continents and worked in countries heavily impacted by conflicts and disasters. In May 2022, she published “Grandeur et dénuement”, an account of her years with the Red Cross (ICRC, IFRC and CRC) and the UN.

France is wearing glasses and an orange vest while smiling at the camera in an outdoor setting

Life-Changing Support During Trying Times: Cash and Voucher Assistance in Haiti

Devastation on a beach in Haiti

As of early 2023, Haiti continues to experience a major security, social, economic, and public health crisis. Despite the deteriorating security situation, namely tied to armed violence, the Red Cross continues its essential work in support of the people of Haiti. One approach we have taken is providing direct financial assistance for the people who are still recovering from the 2021 Earthquake. To date, the Cash and Voucher Assistance program has enabled 1,400 households in the municipalities of Corail and Pestel, in Grande Anse, to meet their essential humanitarian needs and provides much needed relief during these difficult times.

Devastation on a beach in Haiti

A Volunteer Journey

Joe is standing on rocks, in front of the sea, and looking at the camera

Joe Michielsen is entering his third decade as a volunteer with the Canadian Red Cross in southern Alberta. Discover why he thinks “volunteering is the best job”.

Joe is standing on rocks, in front of the sea, and looking at the camera

Corporate volunteering: working together to create interconnected communities in Canada

One area we’re seeing a large amount of success is with corporate partners – teams of colleagues working together on impactful projects like mapping, to help vulnerable communities be recognized on a map in times of emergencies or helping in our warehouse to pack critical supplies. See how these company teams are getting involved on-the-ground.

Giving to a community that gives so much in return: Meet volunteers Diane Girard and Laura Isidean

Meet volunteers Laura Isidean and Diane Girard:
Their path to the Canadian Red Cross
 

How CPR is not like in the movies

A person in a red shirt performing chest compressions on a CPR training mannequin

CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) is depicted in many ways on-screen, often for the benefit of the movie or show’s drama or timeframe.
Instead of focusing on how incorrectly CPR can be depicted, we want to focus on the accuracy of a few simple steps – steps which could save lives.

A person in a red shirt performing chest compressions on a CPR training mannequin

Insurance coverage for tenants affected by flooding

A person in a Red Cross jacket looking at a closed road due to flooding

Floods can happen anywhere and at any time of the year. The key to staying safe is to prepare, have an emergency plan in place, and know the flood risk in your community. It’s also important to take time to make sure your tenant insurance covers losses from flooding.

A person in a Red Cross jacket looking at a closed road due to flooding

Two generations honoring the past and supporting the future

Young Mary Land wearing her Red Cross uniform. Photo is black and white.

Mary Land was 21 when she enlisted in a group of volunteers who were specially trained for wartime service known as the Canadian Red Cross Corps during the Second World War. At 95 years old Mary and her son John had a chance to watch a tribute video of Canadian women like herself who served in the Canadian Red Cross Corps. Her son's final gift to his mother was to pay tribute to the remarkable life Mary lived and her service to the Red Cross as a volunteer.

Young Mary Land wearing her Red Cross uniform. Photo is black and white.

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