Red Cross Stories
Red Cross working to help migrants in Greece as conditions worsen
January 19, 2017 - As winter creates difficult conditions, the Red Cross is working to help refugees in Greece. Extreme temperatures, sometimes as low as -15 Celsius, makes life a challenge for displaced people living in tents in camps.
For Canadian travellers planning winter getaways south, Zika precautions remain
January 16, 2017 - As many Canadian travellers consider or prepare for winter getaways, the battle against Zika virus is not yet over. While it is no longer a public health emergency, Zika continues to represent an important public health challenge in the Americas and travellers should take precautions.
Holiday gifts that make a difference
December 15, 2016 - Sending a Canadian Red Cross gift of survival this holiday season has a direct impact on lives in Canada and around the world. Read how each gift makes a difference.
After Hurricane Matthew, the Red Cross responds to cholera
November 24, 2016 - The Government of Haiti, along with partner organizations including the Red Cross, is responding with a vaccination and education campaign to prevent the spread of cholera.
Red Cross brings medical team to isolated villages hit by Hurricane Matthew
November 01, 2016 - On Friday, the Canadian Red Cross mobile clinic opened in the village of Mouline in Beaumont, where a total of 167 persons were treated from minor conditions such as pneumonia, muscular lesions and infected wounds.
Staying dry from the rain: Red Cross improves living conditions for families affected by Hurricane Matthew
October 27, 2016 - The Haiti Red Cross has helped 600 families so far through the distribution of food, pots and pans, water, and hygiene products. Shelter kits have also been provided so they can repair their homes.
At first reluctant to ask for help, Fort McMurray man finds overwhelming support
October 26, 2016 - Everett Snow is a man who likes to give back as much as he can, and for this he credits the example set for him growing up.
Red Cross teams ready to respond as Hurricane Matthew approaches
October 03, 2016 - National Red Cross Societies across the Caribbean and central America are ramping up preparedness measures as Hurricane Matthew approaches the Caribbean and Central America.
Canadian Red Cross opens Italy Earthquake Appeal to support relief efforts
August 26, 2016 - Italian Red Cross rescue teams have been supporting the search and rescue effort after a 6.2 magnitude earthquake in central Italy. Canadians can support relief efforts through the Italy Earthquake Appeal.
Life-saving mission begins in the Mediterranean as Red Cross launches rescue boat
August 16, 2016 - The Red Cross has launched its first search and rescue ship in a bid to save the lives of people crossing the Mediterranean seeking refuge and safety in Europe.
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