Red Cross Stories

What are the top five things migrants and refugees should do when they reach Canada?

February 06, 2013 - With these five tips, affected persons can ease the strain of relocating and gain the tools needed to build a successful future.

Canadian Red Cross delivers aid to families in Thunder Bay

February 06, 2013 - The damage in Thunder Bay has resulted in one of the largest Red Cross responses in Ontario in more than a decade, as the organization mobilizes to assist families affected by the incident.

Family impacted by house fire gains relief from the Canadian Red Cross

February 04, 2013 - For Doug McNish, the Canadian Red Cross' influence helped make an incredible difference after a fire broke out in his family's apartment.

Violence and abuse prevention program helps Canadian youth

January 29, 2013 - For more than 25 years the country's leading non-profit organization, the Canadian Red Cross, has played a key role in reduce incidents through violence and abuse prevention education.

What are the top five warning signs of exploitation online?

January 22, 2013 - By learning about the warning signs of online exploitation, parents can better protect their children. Here are the top five.

Does your family have a plan for the first 72 hours after a disaster?

January 22, 2013 - Natural disasters and emergencies can strike at any time, but if one occurred tomorrow, would your family be prepared for the next 72 hours?

World Disasters Report reveals the problems facing migrants and refugees

January 17, 2013 - Did you know that more than one in every hundred of the world's citizens are forcibly displaced, and that an estimated 20 million migrants and refugees are living in a state of prolonged displacement?

Tipi of Courage helps improve HIV/AIDS awareness among Aboriginal communities

December 31, 2012 - With the Tipi of Courage, the Canadian Red Cross strives to put an end to the ignorance and inaccurate information surrounding HIV/AIDS.

Man swims half way around Vancouver Island to raise awareness of water safety

December 31, 2012 - The water safety programs offered by the Canadian Red Cross help Canadians of all ages gain confidence and skills in swimming.

Canadian Red Cross youth in Toronto spread message of unity at recent event

December 24, 2012 - Canadian youth in Ontario recently held a conference in Toronto that focused on the role of young people making change throughout the community.