Red Cross Stories : national 11

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Canadian Red Cross volunteer responds to 2011 flooding in Manitoba

April 22, 2013 - In April 2011, Heather met with a young couple who had a newborn baby. They were given only two hours' notice to leave their home, and had never been evacuated before.

Canadian Red Cross raises awareness of bullying with Pink Shirt Day

April 22, 2013 - Pink Shirt Day is an event observed by the Canadian Red Cross to draw attention to bullying and what damage it can do on the emotional and physical well-being of individuals.

Are you ready to become a babysitter?

April 12, 2013 - Do you enjoy looking after children and engaging them with imaginative and stimulating games that foster greater understanding of the world at large?

Are you ready to become a Water Safety Instructor?

March 08, 2013 - If you're passionate about giving back to your community and you love being in the water, you should consider the benefits of becoming a Water Safety Instructor.

Three ways Canadian Red Cross disaster relief services help those in need

March 08, 2013 - The following are three key ways that people are able to benefit from the assistance provided by this organization. 

Put your loyalty points to good use with the Canadian Red Cross

March 08, 2013 - By participating in loyalty point programs, you can provide the Canadian Red Cross with a reliable source of aid and contribute to the humanitarian work that the Canadian Red Cross conducts around the world!

Is social media transforming the way Canadians respond to emergencies?

February 12, 2013 - While the Canadian Red Cross strives to help all those who are in need, the ways in which people react to emergencies has evolved in recent years due to social media. 

Staying healthy throughout the winter with the Canadian Red Cross

February 07, 2013 - The winter season can be a time of fun for families, yet the cold weather that rises during this period can be hazardous.

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.

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?