In January, I had the opportunity to travel to the Philippines with Kelsey Lemon, Vice President, International Cooperation at the Canadian Red Cross. The purpose of our visit was to reinforce shared commitments with the Philippine Red Cross, identify future opportunities, and gain a better understanding of the programs and strategic directions of the Philippine Red Cross.
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Today, Olena Lysogorov lives with her daughter Tatiana and her two grandchildren in a shelter in Cherkasy. The shelter has been renovated by the Ukrainian Red Cross Society, with the support of the Canadian Red Cross, to welcome those displaced by the conflict. Originally from the Donetsk region, she was living in the town of Kramatorsk when an explosion destroyed her home three years ago.
As snow continues to melt in most parts of Canada, it’s important to prepare for potential floods and know what do before, during, and after a flood. Follow our step-by-step guide on how to prepare before a flood, what to do during a flood, and what to do after a flood. Access free emergency plan and emergency kits resources.
Everyday life is full of surprises, especially when emergencies can happen when we least expect them. That's why knowing first aid can be a game-changer—it can even give you the confidence to step in and save a life!
The Canadian Red Cross has a long and proud history of women involved in its humanitarian services, with more than 100 years of providing help and hope. Today, women still play a vital role in the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement, in Canada and around the world. To commemorate International Women’s Day, we want to celebrate an example of two women working, learning, and leading together.
For Harrison Brooke, volunteering with the Canadian Red Cross began as an opportunity to give back to his community while learning new skills. In 2021, he joined the Friendly Calls program, a Red Cross initiative that provides people with emotional support and community connections through regular phone call check-ins.
Awni, his wife Tahrer, and their son Yehya are all members of the Palestine Red Crescent Society’s (PRCS) emergency medical response team. They begin each day not knowing whether it will be the last time they wish one another a safe shift. Since the escalation of hostilities in October 2023, their work has taken them into the heart of the destruction in Gaza, into the remains of what were once vibrant communities.
This summer’s wildfires in Alberta, which led to the evacuation of Jasper National Park and the closure of Highway 16, left a severe impact in the region, including small businesses that faced challenges such as structural damages, equipment loss, supply shortages and complete operational halts.