During the First World War (1914-18) the Red Cross movement and its work for the sick and wounded in wartime entered the popular realm, popping up in plays, novels, poems, sketches, and other cultural ...

During the Battle of Batoche, future Canadian Red Cross founder Dr. George Sterling Ryerson created this flag to identify his medical transport.

The Canadian Red Cross is working closely with the City of Ottawa and community partners to support residents impacted by the flooding due to an extreme weather event on July 1, 2026. At City of ...

Some emergencies may force you to evacuate your home quickly. Other events might keep you inside for several days or longer, sometimes with limited access to things you rely on every day. Plan what ...

I live in Calgary, where I have been teaching Core First Aid and CPR for about 20 years. I have been on the national MIT team since its beginning in 2012. It's an opportunity to work with great people ...

Tanya Elliott is currently Chief, Health with the Canadian Red Cross. Since joining the organization more than 25 years ago, Tanya has held various leadership roles including Director of ...

In early May 2016, a wildfire tore through Fort McMurray, Alberta, destroying neighbourhoods and threatening an entire community. More than 80,000 people fled through smoke and fire to reach safety.

Since 2023, the Canadian Red Cross has been collaborating with the Greater Hamilton Health Network to develop the Financially Assisted Social Prescribing (FASP) project available in Municipal wards 2, ...

July 19, 2026 - In the summer of 1996, Saguenay–Lac‑Saint‑Jean entered one of the most challenging periods in its history. Thirty years later, the Canadian Red Cross is joining communities across the ...

Disasters and emergencies can cause significant disruption and add stress to your life. Preparing for and starting recovery from an emergency can be difficult. The Canadian Red Cross has compiled ...

In partnership with first responders, emergency managers, public officials, and in collaboration with other voluntary sector organizations, the Canadian Red Cross may provide emergency and disaster ...

The Friendly Calls program matches people over the age of 18 with trained Red Cross personnel who connect with them regularly to check-in, provide emotional support, encourage healthy coping ...