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Canada: Experts call for concrete measures to protect health care facilities in conflicts

September 27, 2013 - More can and must be done to protect hospitals and clinics in conflict-ridden countries, such as Syria, Somalia and the Central African Republic, where fighting has wreaked havoc on health facilities, putting countless lives in danger.

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Canadian Red Cross receives a record $3.1 million donation from annual Walmart Canada campaign

September 25, 2013 - Walmart Canada is pleased to announce that its annual fundraising campaign for the Canadian Red Cross raised $3.1 million for disaster preparedness and response activities in communities across the country. This is the largest domestic fundraising total in the 10-year partnership between the Canadian Red Cross and Walmart Canada

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Experts meet to address threats to health care in armed conflict

September 24, 2013 - Some sixty experts from a number of different countries and specialties will come together for a two-day workshop in Ottawa tomorrow to address an urgent, global problem that leaves patients untreated, clinics shut down and the wounded and sick left to die.

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Red Cross Day of Pink announced in Saskatchewan

September 23, 2013 - Sadly, about one in five children are the targets of bullying behaviour. On April 9, 2014, the Canadian Red Cross and SaskEnergy will take a stand against bullying with over 20,000 children, youth and adults across the province during Red Cross Day of Pink.

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Red Cross Trains Humboldt Students to Prevent Bullying

September 20, 2013 - Something very special took place at Humboldt Collegiate Institute on Wednesday and Thursday this week.

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The Red Cross and Desjardins announce a new partnership to help those affected by disasters

September 12, 2013 - The Quebec Zone of the Canadian Red Cross and Desjardins Insurance announce the creation of a joint program. This program will allow them to pool their resources to help meet the essential needs of as many affected families as possible following a disaster.

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New Red Cross first aid app puts life-saving help on your phone

September 12, 2013 - In advance of World First Aid Day on September 14, the Canadian Red Cross has launched a new first aid app to increase Canadians’ skills and confidence to intervene in health emergencies.

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An update on the work of the Red Cross in Lac-Mégantic two months after the tragedy

September 10, 2013 - Two months after the tragedy that disrupted the lives of the Lac-Mégantic community, the Red Cross continues its work to provide those affected by the disaster with the necessary support and material help needed to overcome such difficult events.

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The Red Cross launches fundraising campaign for the floods in Magog

September 06, 2013 - In response to the major floods that took place in Magog last Monday, the Red Cross is launching a fundraising campaign to help those affected. People wishing to make a financial donation can give online at www.redcross.ca/magog.

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Red Cross warns public of fake canvassers

September 05, 2013 - The Canadian Red Cross is urging the public to be on the lookout for individuals who are approaching people on the street asking for donations on behalf of the society.

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Canada: Experts call for concrete measures to protect health care facilities in conflicts

Canadian Red Cross receives a record $3.1 million donation from annual Walmart Canada campaign

Experts meet to address threats to health care in armed conflict

Red Cross Day of Pink announced in Saskatchewan

Red Cross Trains Humboldt Students to Prevent Bullying

The Red Cross and Desjardins announce a new partnership to help those affected by disasters

New Red Cross first aid app puts life-saving help on your phone

An update on the work of the Red Cross in Lac-Mégantic two months after the tragedy

The Red Cross launches fundraising campaign for the floods in Magog

Red Cross warns public of fake canvassers

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