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The Canadian Red Cross has launched the 2024 Alberta Wildfires Appeal to help people and communities impacted by wildfires in Alberta. Donations to the Canadian Red Cross will be used for assisting ...
The Canadian Red Cross has launched the Hurricane Beryl Appeal to help those affected by the hurricane. The Red Cross is working to help those impacted by Hurricane Beryl in the Caribbean region as ...
Friendly Calls is a Canadian Red Cross program that matches people over the age of 18 with trained Red Cross personnel. Through regular phone check-ins, our program offers emotional support, healthy ...
There are a variety of reasons why you might have you stay home this winter, like a virus, COVID-19, a snow or ice storm, or a cold wave. While the first few days might feel like a nice break, you may ...
For many parents or caregivers, it’s important to know first aid, at least basic first aid skills. Would you know what to do if a child in your presence was choking?
The Canadian Red Cross has launched the Ukraine Humanitarian Crisis Appeal to respond to those affected by ongoing conflict in the country. Donations to the Ukraine Humanitarian Crisis Appeal will ...
The Canadian Mental Health Association estimates that 1 in 5 Canadians will experience a mental health crisis or be diagnosed with a mental illness. By age 40, that ratio increases to every 1 in 2 ...
In today’s society, many things can be a source of stress. So how can you limit the impacts of stress on your physical and mental health? Here's more on how stress affects our mental and physical ...
The winter season brings many outdoor group and individual activities. Natural water bodies freeze over and become great recreational spaces for hockey, ice-skating and more. There is no such thing as ...
Do you imagine drowning to be splashy and loud, with arms flailing and screams for help, as perhaps seen in a movie? If you thought you could hear if a loved one was drowning, you would be sorely ...
With summer finally here, some of you will certainly be heading out on a boat. Whether you’re in a motorized boat or a canoe, one universal rule applies to all boaters: wearing a lifejacket or a ...
It’s winter in Canada, so that means lots of us are eager to get out on the ice! Taking caution around ice is an important part of enjoying some great outdoor activities like snowmobiling, ice fishing ...