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Seniors, still struggling
March 20, 2014 - Jane Sampson has moved seven times in the months since flood waters forced her to flee her High River seniors’ residence. The constant upheaval and uncertainty have taken a toll on the 85-year-old.
The progress in Alberta: Recovery and restoration
March 11, 2014 - In June 2013, Alberta experienced heavy rainfall triggering catastrophic flooding. Over 100,000 people were displaced throughout the region. As receding waters gave way to the monstrous cleanup, total damage estimates exceed $5 billion in what has now been deemed the costliest disaster in Canadian history.
Canadian Red Cross volunteer responders provide aid at New Brunswick derailment
February 03, 2014 - At any moment, Canadian Red Cross volunteers and staff are on hand to respond to emergencies and disasters throughout the country.
Make a winter emergency plan with your family
January 30, 2014 - Emergencies and disasters can occur at any time and in any season - even winter.
Become a Canadian Red Cross disaster volunteer
January 30, 2014 - Over the course of its more than 100-year history, the Canadian Red Cross has relied on countless volunteers to help bring aid and relief to those affected by emergencies and disasters in Canada and around the world.
Looking back on Remembrance Day and the Canadian Red Cross' role in World War II
November 10, 2013 - The Canadian Red Cross is recognized as part of the largest humanitarian relief organizations in the world.
Canadian Red Cross provides assistance to Lac-Mégantic survivors
August 20, 2013 - On July 6, a freight train carrying crude oil was derailed in Lac-Mégantic, Quebec, causing a series of major explosions and fires to break out in the community.
How the Red Cross helps
August 12, 2013 - Disasters can strike anytime and anywhere. That’s why the Canadian Red Cross is there to help.
Alberta Floods 2013: How your donations are spent
August 12, 2013 - Thanks to the generosity of Canadians like you, the Canadian Red Cross has assisted thousands of people affected by floods in Alberta.
Lac-Mégantic: How your donations are being spent
August 12, 2013 - Thanks to the generosity of Canadians like you, the Canadian Red Cross has so far been able to help more than 1,230 families affected by the train derailment in Lac-Mégantic.
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