British Columbia News and Stories
Castlegar, BC volunteer Deborah Lynn Chmara receives Order of Red Cross at the Officer level
- A long-time resident of Castlegar, a community in British Columbia’s West Kootenay region, Deborah was awarded the Order of Red Cross at the Officer level last summer. She previously received the Order of Red Cross, Member, in 2019. It’s the organization’s highest honour, recognizing her decades of exceptional humanitarian service.
Wildfire evacuee continues serving her community
- For more than 10 years, Canadian Red Cross volunteer Janis Brown has been there to support Canadians impacted by wildfires, floods, hurricanes, and public health emergencies; this summer, she was one of the people affected by wildfires in British Columbia.
Canadian Red Cross launches appeal to support communities impacted by wildfires in British Columbia
- The Canadian Red Cross has launched the 2026 British Columbia Wildfires Appeal to support people affected by the wildfires in British Columbia.
Langley City and Canadian Red Cross Partner to Strengthen Emergency Support Services for Langley City Residents
- Langley City is partnering with the Canadian Red Cross to strengthen Emergency Support Services (ESS) for residents impacted by emergencies.
Canadian Red Cross supporting people directly impacted by the Tumbler Ridge tragedy
- The Canadian Red Cross is asking for additional donations to the Tumbler Ridge Tragedy Appeal to help ensure sustained support for those directly affected in the weeks and months ahead. One hundred per cent of donations will be used to respond to the immediate and emerging needs of impacted individuals and families, and to support the recovery and resiliency of the community.
Financial assistance available for people evacuated from homes due to 2025 atmospheric river event in southern British Columbia
- The Canadian Red Cross today announced distribution of financial assistance to help people in the Fraser Valley and surrounding area with early recovery after flooding in December 2025.
Canadian Red Cross launches appeal to support people impacted by the tragedy in Tumbler Ridge, B.C.
- The Canadian Red Cross is working to support those impacted by the tragedy in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., and has launched the Tumbler Ridge Tragedy Appeal.
Canadian Red Cross launches appeal to support people impacted by the events following the Filipino Lapu Lapu Festival
- The Canadian Red Cross is working to support those impacted by the recent events following the Filipino Lapu Lapu Festival in Vancouver, and has launched the 2025 Vancouver Lapu Lapu Festival Appeal.
Ready Rating: Online Emergency Preparedness Service
- With climate change contributing to the increasing frequency of severe weather events, it's more important than ever for businesses and organizations to be prepared for the unexpected. The Canadian Red Cross, a recognized and trusted leader in emergency preparedness, is extending its expertise to support businesses and community organizations in becoming better prepared through the Ready Rating program.
Government of Yukon and Canadian Red Cross partner to strengthen disaster response and emergency preparedness in Yukon communities
- Today, the Government of Yukon and the Canadian Red Cross announced a new multiyear agreement to deliver Emergency Support Services (ESS) in the Yukon.
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