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People impacted due to the flooding and extreme weather in British Columbia are asked to register with Canadian Red Cross
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The Canadian Red Cross is encouraging people who are impacted by flooding and extreme weather events in British Columbia to register with Red Cross by calling 1-800-863-6582, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. PST.
Canadian Red Cross Launches British Columbia Floods and Extreme Weather Appeal
- The Canadian Red Cross has launched the British Columbia Floods and Extreme Weather Appeal to support those impacted by the recent severe rainfall across...
Red Cross responders share B.C. Fires experiences: Being able to provide this support is just a beau
- Since the start of this year’s wildfires season in British Columbia in mid-June, more than 1,600 wildfires were recorded in the province, forcing thousands of people to evacuate their homes throughout the province. The Canadian Red Cross sent close to 200 employees and volunteers from across the country to help support individuals, families and communities affected by the wildfires.
The story of Muggins just keeps getting better
- Stories about Muggins the fundraising dog always delight, and the stories that continue to unfold over the years just keep getting better. His fame as a four-legged fundraising mascot is now the subject of a recently published book.
People under evacuation order due to wildfires in B.C. are encouraged to register with Canadian Red Cross to determine eligibility for assistance
- The Canadian Red Cross is working closely with community leadership and all levels of government to support the needs of the people impacted by the wildfires in British Columbia.
COVID-19 testing strengthens the relationship between Canada and the Philippines
- In the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, as information began to flow into Canada about how serious this disease might become, Alberta Health Services started ramping up their testing capacity. Some 10,000 kilometres away in Southeast Asia, the Philippine Red Cross took notice.
Canadian Red Cross provides additional financial help for people evacuated as a result of British Columbia wildfires
- Thanks to the generosity of Canadians who have contributed to the Canadian Red Cross B.C. Fires Appeal, the Red Cross will be providing financial assistance to people evacuated as a result of the British Columbia Fires, in addition to the funding being distributed on behalf of the Province of British Columbia.
Making a difference for Canadians’ well-being
- Cindy Chiu volunteers to support the Health Equipment Loans Program and the Friendly Calls Program, two vital Red Cross community health and well-being services in Alberta.
“The most rewarding part about volunteering with HELP is hearing people express their gratitude for the equipment they received; how it greatly aided in their recovery or helped them continue to live independently.”
Canadian Red Cross launches fund for BC Fires
- Massive wildfires have triggered evacuations across British Columbia and the Red Cross is now accepting donations to support those affected.
21-year old Mikenna Hansen receives Red Cross Rescuer award for water rescue in Kootenay Lake
- In the summer of 2018, Ainsworth resident Marsha Gillies was at the beach of Kootenay Lake with her two young grandchildren, Griffin and Emma.
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