News Releases

Time running out to get pink shirts

February 25, 2014 - The Canadian Red Cross, along with Presenting Sponsor SaskEnergy, are encouraging the public, schools and businesses to order official Red Cross Day of Pink gear before supplies run out.

Time running out to get pink shirts

February 25, 2014 - The Red Cross and RBC Royal Bank are reminding businesses and the public that the deadline is fast approaching to participate in Red Cross Day of Pink.

Canadian Red Cross launches holiday giving campaign to benefit families in need in Canada

December 02, 2013 - The Canadian Red Cross is announcing the launch of its annual holiday fundraising campaign to support families impacted by disaster. 

The Red Cross is mobilizing its resources to assist those affected by the disaster in Lac-Mégantic

July 08, 2013 - Since Saturday, July 6, the Red Cross has been mobilizing teams of volunteers and deploying emergency equipment in Lac-Mégantic in support of the municipality and public authorities as they assist evacuees in the wake of the huge fire following a train derailment.

Red Cross announces community outreach strategy for those affected by Alberta floods

June 27, 2013 -

Canadian Red Cross today outlined how it will help affected residents recover from the largest floods in Alberta’s history.

Red Cross provides services to families affected by southern Alberta floods

June 21, 2013 - The need to evacuate quickly from flooding in southern Alberta has caused some families to become separated, and made it difficult to locate family members in a time when they need the most support. The Red Cross is now providing services to help families regain and remain in contact during this emergency. 

Canadian Red Cross launches holiday giving campaign to help Canadians give the gift of hope

December 13, 2012 -

The Canadian Red Cross is announcing the launch of our annual holiday fundraising campaign to support families impacted by disaster. Share your holiday spirit and donate relief items to families in need.

Majority of Canadians not prepared for storms says recent Red Cross poll

October 29, 2012 -

According to recent polling by the Canadian Red Cross, two thirds of Canadians say they have not taken steps to prepare in the event of a disaster, like hurricane Sandy.

Number of Canadians trained in first aid at dangerous low, suggests new poll

September 05, 2012 -

Recent polling by the Red Cross shows that nearly 40 per cent of Canadians say they have been in an emergency situation where they have had to perform first aid; however, only 18 per cent are currently certified.