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Red Cross program helps Princeton not-for-profit repair flood-damaged building

A woman in a yellow shirt smiling while leaning against a white wall with a sign that says: Princeton Family Services Society

The Princeton Family Services Society building in B.C. was damaged in the flooding and the cost of repairing their building has been a stressor. After hearing about the Canadian Red Cross’ Support to Small Businesses and Not-for-Profits Program, Jenny decided to apply for the financial assistance.
“The loss of building and then rebuilding is a huge cost to us,” emphasizes Jenny. “Help from Red Cross has really helped."

A woman in a yellow shirt smiling while leaning against a white wall with a sign that says: Princeton Family Services Society

New volunteer Ha Vu describes why she gives back to organizations like the Canadian Red Cross

A woman in a Red Cross vest standing beside a display of emergency equipment such as batteries, flashlight and water container, facing the camera and smiling. The display is inside a Walmart store.

Canadian Red Cross Emergency Management volunteer Ha Vu’s interest in philanthropy led her to become a Red Cross Walmart ambassador. During the month-long campaign to raise funds for disaster preparedness, training, and responses in Canada, Ha does regular check-ins at her designated Walmart store - where she thanks Associates for their support.

A woman in a Red Cross vest standing beside a display of emergency equipment such as batteries, flashlight and water container, facing the camera and smiling. The display is inside a Walmart store.

What the conflict in Ukraine means for food security

Two Red Cross members passing boxed food to each other

Millions of people are being impacted by the conflict in Ukraine - these impacts are also being felt by people thousands of kilometres away. For some countries already facing food insecurity, the interruption to the food supply chain will be devastating.

Two Red Cross members passing boxed food to each other

How the Red Cross helps to protect and build communities after a disaster

Two men on the roof of a house take a break from working to repair their home

In 2019, Hurricane Dorian destroyed the homes of some 70,000 people in the Bahamas. Learn how a Red Cross humanitarian worker helped those in some of the most vulnerable situations rebuild using an innovative and empowering approach.

Two men on the roof of a house take a break from working to repair their home

How to stay safe in strong storms

A tree snapped in half due to strong winds in recent derecho in Ontario

Some of us recently experienced a derecho, even before we may have known what one was.
What is a derecho and how can you protect yourself and loved ones from future storms, including tornadoes and power outages.

A tree snapped in half due to strong winds in recent derecho in Ontario

Mental health matters: How to emotionally prepare yourself for an emergency or disaster

A woman in a mask and Red Cross vest offers a teddy bear to a young girl

As Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Mental Health Week and Emergency Preparedness Week coincide, we focus on the importance of prioritizing mental health and wellbeing during times of crisis.

A woman in a mask and Red Cross vest offers a teddy bear to a young girl

Partnerships and preparedness: Philippine Red Cross and Canadian Red Cross over the years

A group of people assembled for a photo in front of lifesaving devices

The Philippine and Canadian Red Cross have a strong relationship that began in 2013 when responding to typhoon Haiyan. Nearly 10 years later, the partnership has been strengthened resulting in positive impacts on both sides. Learn more about how this partnership came to be and the key to developing enduring international relationships.

A group of people assembled for a photo in front of lifesaving devices

Ukraine conflict: Red Cross provides much-needed support to people leaving the country

A Red Cross member taking the blood pressure of a man who is sitting down

Canadian Kathy Mueller is currently working with the International Federation of Red Cross Societies as communications coordinator for the Ukraine humanitarian crisis; here, she shares her experiences.

A Red Cross member taking the blood pressure of a man who is sitting down

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