Get Help: Disaster Relief and Recovery
When personal disasters strike, the Canadian Red Cross provides food, shelter, clothing and essential supplies for up to 72 hours.
If you have been affected by a personal disaster and require assistance, contact us:
1-888-800-6493Alberta
British Columbia
Manitoba
Northwest Territories
Nunavut
Saskatchewan
Yukon
New Brunswick
Newfoundland and Labrador
Nova Scotia
Prince Edward Island
Ontario
1-877-362-2433Quebec
Through a network of trained volunteers throughout the country, the Canadian Red Cross can respond to disasters quickly wherever and whenever they strike. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Large-scale disasters typically affect more than 25 people or 10 homes in a community.
If you have been affected by a large-scale disaster in Canada the Red Cross can help you. Please visit this section for more information and to register for assistance.
Following an emergency or disaster, a person may experience a range of thoughts, feelings and behaviour that can be intense, confusing and frightening. Learn more about Coping With Crisis.