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Do You Know
Each month on your calendar, the Canadian Red Cross tests your knowledge about keeping you and your family safe.
Here are the answers to all the questions – plus some more useful information on how to prepare and respond to emergencies of any size. Click on each question to reveal the answer.
Prioritize self care. Get enough Rest. Find activities to keep yourself occupied.
As winter settles in across Canada, many of us endure the cold and battle boredom. We eagerly await the arrival of warmer weather in March, April, or even later in some areas. However, this transition can trigger feelings of restlessness, frustration, and even disappointment for some, often termed as the "winter blues." It's crucial to prioritize self-care during this time. Ensure you get enough rest, find activities to keep yourself occupied, and recognize when to take things at a slower pace. Be compassionate to yourself and seek support and education as needed. Winter Wellness: Five Ways to Overcome the Winter Blues
As winter settles in across Canada, many of us endure the cold and battle boredom. We eagerly await the arrival of warmer weather in March, April, or even later in some areas. However, this transition can trigger feelings of restlessness, frustration, and even disappointment for some, often termed as the "winter blues." It's crucial to prioritize self-care during this time. Ensure you get enough rest, find activities to keep yourself occupied, and recognize when to take things at a slower pace. Be compassionate to yourself and seek support and education as needed. Winter Wellness: Five Ways to Overcome the Winter Blues
3 days.
By taking the time now to store food, water and other supplies, you can provide for your entire family in the event of an emergency. Learn More
The Pacific coast and in regions such as the St. Lawrence River Valley.
Most earthquakes in Canada are relatively small, but in the last 100 years, there have been at least nine earthquakes with a magnitude greater than 7. In a dense urban area, a strong quake could cause immense destruction. Learn more.
Indigenous communities in Canada face a range of unique challenges, with many living in underserved areas. Learn More
Drowning.
The majority of these fatalities are children who have fallen into backyard pools (52%), and 77% of fatalities occurred when children were alone (without adult supervision or their caregiver was momentarily absent). Learn More
Between June to November.
Hurricanes develop out of tropical storms, and can cause tremendous damage to property and infrastructure, uprooting communities and leading to many fatalities. Learn More
Since May 2021, we've provided over two million minutes of phone support to people living in Canada. Learn More
Headache, weakness, exhaustion, fainting, severe headache, anxiety and dizziness. Learn More
There are roughly 8,000 wildfires in Canada each year.
Densely forested areas across much of Canada are at risk of wildfires, particularly during dry conditions and drought. Forest fires can devastate communities, destroy buildings and infrastructure, and even claim human lives. Learn More
Regardless of size, tornadoes have the ability to uproot trees, flip cars and damage homes.
The best way to protect yourself and your family in case of a tornado is to pay attention to weather watches and warning. Move your family to a safe location on the lowest level of a building. Stay away from windows, outside walls and doors. Tornadoes: Before, During & After - Canadian Red Cross
The best way to protect yourself and your family in case of a tornado is to pay attention to weather watches and warning. Move your family to a safe location on the lowest level of a building. Stay away from windows, outside walls and doors. Tornadoes: Before, During & After - Canadian Red Cross
An estimated 70,000 heart attacks and up to 40,000 cardiac arrests happen in Canada each year.
In Canada, house fires are most likely to occur between December and March. Learn More