2013 (Page 15)

Celebrating 150 years of the Red Cross Movement

May 08, 2013 -

On May 8 2013, the Canadian Red Cross honoured World Red Cross Day - a day where people all over the world, united in their belief in humanity and their desire to make the world a better place, celebrated 150 years of humanitarian action by the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

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Red Cross volunteer responds to floods in Montérégie, Quebec

May 08, 2013 - When molecular biologist Barnabé Assogba stepped into a Canadian department store one day, he didn't realize that he would be leaving with a new calling in life instead of an armful of shopping bags.

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Youth learn the value of water safety with National Lifejacket Day

May 08, 2013 - By participating in events like National Lifejacket Day, today's youth can gain a better sense of how vital safety and preparation can be in preventing drowning accidents. Best of all, they can also develop new friends and interests, which could influence their choices in the future.

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How will you observe Emergency Preparedness Week?

May 07, 2013 - This national event, which runs from May 5 to May 11, is a great opportunity for families to gain a better sense of what it takes to be prepared for disasters and emergencies.

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Celebrating World Red Cross Day

May 07, 2013 - World Red Cross Day honours the valuable contributions that volunteers, staff and other supporters of the 187 National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies that comprise the Red Cross Movement as a whole.

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Emergency Preparedness Week

May 06, 2013 - Emergency Preparedness Week is an annual event that takes place each year during the first full week of May. This national event is an opportunity for the Canadian Red Cross to remind families to plan for emergencies.

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Canadian Red Cross volunteer educates youth on international humanitarian law

May 03, 2013 - Volunteers with the Canadian Red Cross, like Toronto native Bernadette Maheandiran, are an integral part of educational programming both at home and abroad.

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The Canadian Red Cross accepted into the International Life Saving Federation

May 03, 2013 - In 2012, the Canadian Red Cross was accepted as an associate member of the board of directors of the International Life Saving Federation.

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Three ways you can show your support for the Canadian Red Cross

May 03, 2013 - Are you eager to make a difference in your community, but you're unsure how to get started? Consider these three ways that you can show your support for the Canadian Red Cross.

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