News Releases

Canadian Red Cross, Community Foundations of Canada, United Way Centraide Canada

April 21, 2020 - The Government of Canada’s $350M Emergency Community Support Fund is a vital step forward in our country’s rapid response to COVID-19. 

Canadian Red Cross adapts to meet community needs

April 09, 2020 - The Canadian Red Cross continues to adapt its services to address community needs emerging as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Canadian Red Cross responds to COVID-19 Providing support from coast to coast and around the world

March 26, 2020 - The Canadian Red Cross is dedicated to supporting individuals, families and communities during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Canadian Red Cross warns of a fraudulent offer of face masks

March 15, 2020 - The Canadian Red Cross is warning of a fraudulent offer for face masks that is circulating by text, email and on social media.

Canadian Red Cross continues to support repatriated Canadians with expanded role at CFB Trenton

March 10, 2020 - The Canadian Red Cross, at the request of the Government of Canada, will now include a small health clinic among the comfort and care services being provided to support the returning Canadians staying in quarantine for 14 days at CFB Trenton. 

Canadian Red Cross sends team to Japan to assist Canadians in hospital with Coronavirus

February 20, 2020 - The Canadian Red Cross is sending a team of aid workers to Japan to provide crucial assistance to Canadian passengers that have tested positive for coronavirus COVID-19 after travelling aboard the Diamond Princess cruise liner.

Canadian Red Cross to exit home care in New Brunswick

February 12, 2020 - The Canadian Red Cross has informed the Government of New Brunswick and other key stakeholders that in just over a year from now, it will stop being one of the 46 organizations that provide home support services throughout the province.

Canadian Red Cross to assist individuals arriving at CFB Trenton

February 06, 2020 - The Canadian Red Cross is providing assistance to Canadians who will arrive on a government-chartered aircraft at CFB Trenton on February 7. 

The Slaight Family Foundation invests in Red Cross program for seniors

October 01, 2019 - The Canadian Red Cross extends its gratitude to Gary Slaight and The Slaight Family Foundation for awarding $1 million from the Allan Slaight Seniors Fund, which is an historic initiative that addresses the importance of ensuring seniors remain living where they prefer to be – in their homes and communities.

One year after the tornadoes, the Red Cross remains present in Gatineau to support those affected

September 13, 2019 - One year after the tornadoes, the Red Cross remains present in the area to support those impacted by the disaster. This support includes financial assistance and lodging services for the most vulnerable individuals.