Home fires are one of the most common emergencies experienced by Canadians. In a matter of minutes, a fire in the home can be life-threatening. It’s critical to act quickly, which is why it’s so ...

The Red Cross recommends that you keep a disaster preparedness kit in your home with enough supplies to meet your family’s needs for at least 3 days. By taking the time now to store food, water and ...

Interested in taking a Red Cross First Aid or CPR course? Find a course in your community or online.

A referral from a health care professional is required. The Canadian Red Cross Short Term Health Equipment Loan Program allows people to return home from hospital earlier and gives independence and ...

The Canadian Red Cross Health Equipment Loan Program (HELP) provides Canadians with short-term loans of health equipment on a donation basis. For further information on BC’s HELP Program. Red Cross ...

The audited financial statements of the Canadian Red Cross Society are completed in accordance with accounting standards for not-for-profit organizations as promulgated by the Chartered Professional ...

Power outages can happen in any place at any time, and can last a few hours or days. The best way to protect yourself and your family in case of a power outage is to follow these steps: Have at least ...

The Meals on Wheels program delivers affordable, nutritious and delicious meals to members of the community who are unable to prepare their own food. Meals on Wheels helps people continue living ...

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

The Friendly Calls Program with the Canadian Red Cross is an opportunity to connect. Telephone calls are made on a regular basis by Red Cross volunteers who provide supportive listening, social ...

Start by making sure the generator has all the necessary safety labels. Make sure the generator you purchase is rated for the power that you think you will need. Find a qualified electrician to ...

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