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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.