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Red Cross Distributes $30 Million to Evacuees in Just One Day

May 13, 2016 - In just one day, more than half of the $50 million offered by the Canadian Red Cross to help people affected by the Alberta wildfires has already reached thousands of families in need of basic items during this difficult time.
 

Banks Accepting Donations for Red Cross Alberta Fires Appeal

May 06, 2016 - The Canadian Red Cross is pleased to announce that 10 banks in Canada will be accepting cash donations from the public in support of Red Cross efforts to assist those affected by the massive wildfires in Alberta.

Canadian Red Cross responds to fires in Alberta

May 04, 2016 - Massive wildfires have triggered the largest fire-related evacuation in Alberta history with more than 70,000 individuals displaced due to evacuation orders. 

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

December 04, 2014 - The Canadian Red Cross has launched a holiday fundraising campaign to support families and individuals impacted by disasters and personal emergencies across the country.

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. 

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.