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The Inclusive Resilience project

Funded by Public Safety Canada and implemented by the Canadian Red Cross, the Inclusive Resilience project seeks to increase awareness of disasters risks and build resiliency among specific population groups – namely women, Indigenous Peoples, newcomers to Canada, older adults, and low-income households living in high-risk areas.

An older woman packs an emergency Grab and Go bag in her kitchen.

Research

Through a gender equality and inclusion lens, learn about existing levels of awareness, along with the barriers to preparedness and risk reduction among population groups specific to this project.

Two people wearing red cross vest show an older adult a prepardness resource at her front door.

Resources

Discover resources for population groups specific to this project, available in English, French, Indigenous, and international languages.

A man gathers wood with his daughter outside in the winter preparing in case of emergencies.

Resilience in Action

Explore the national awareness-to-action campaigns and community-based projects, which have been conducted to increase knowledge of hazard risks and promote practical actions for population groups specific to this project.

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Gallery

Check out our  collection of images featuring real people preparing for emergencies in their homes and communities.

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