New Brunswick News and Stories
Keeping isolated people in the here and now
July 13, 2020 - With the Red Cross for over a dozen years, I have been deployed to the scene of unimaginable emergencies many times, including the Lac-Mégantic railway tragedy, the Fort McMurray wildfire, the recent floods in Eastern Canada and to Montreal to welcome many Syrian refugees. Unfortunately, I understand too well the plight of people confronted with extraordinary situations.
Using volunteer opportunities to discover a new passion
May 30, 2020 - Canadian Red Cross volunteer Zoe has brought her skills to several roles from organizing events to answering phones. Read how Zoe's diverse volunteer experience allowed her to discover a new passion.
Living on an island during a disaster
May 05, 2020 - Have you ever wondered what living on an island is like? On Grand Manan Island, New Brunswick, living on an island is reality for myself and the rest of the population of 2,360 people. When you are isolated, you have no other choice but to pitch in. Most people wear multiple hats in the community. The rule of survival is to help your neighbours, friends, and family.
International Women's Day: inspiring work by women for women
March 08, 2020 - For International Women’s Day, we’re taking another look at some of the amazing work being done by our staff, volunteers and delegates – it’s inspiring work, by women, for women, and for their communities.
In her own words: five women share why they give back
March 07, 2020 - For International Women’s Day (March 8), we’re sharing inspiring stories of women who work with us to help others. Hear from these amazing volunteers and their awe-inspiring experiences, in their own words.
Canadian Red Cross to exit home care in New Brunswick
February 12, 2020 - The Canadian Red Cross has informed the Government of New Brunswick and other key stakeholders that in just over a year from now, it will stop being one of the 46 organizations that provide home support services throughout the province.
Q&A with Red Cross volunteer Ibtesam Eisa from Fredericton, New Brunswick
January 08, 2020 - Red Cross volunteer Ibtesam Eisa tells us about why she volunteers and what working with the Red Cross means to her.
No matter the day or the hour, Red Cross is ready to help
December 24, 2019 - Disasters and emergencies can happen any day, which is why Red Cross volunteers are ready to meet urgent needs, even on Christmas Eve.
Being prepared while you move homes
November 25, 2019 - Moving causes a lot of upheaval, it’s stressful and generally not all that fun, it can also mean that during this temporary situation we don’t always pay attention to things like preparedness. Here are a few tips for staying prepared while you move out of your old home and into your new one:
Red Cross swimming shaped my life while saving others
October 02, 2019 - Thirty years ago, in August 1989, Barb McNeill of Summerside, PEI, swam the English Channel, one of 15 Canadians to date and the only one from PEI who has done so. Decades later, her passion for swimming and water safety is perhaps rivalled only by the love of her golden retrievers.
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