The Canadian Red Cross
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Since 1896, the Canadian Red Cross has been
dedicated to helping Canadians and the victims of conflicts or
disasters around the world. The Red Cross is prepared, on a
daily basis, to respond to a crisis by providing humanitarian
aid and helping people in life-threatening situations. The
Canadian Red Cross is part of the International Red Cross
Movement and is the largest disaster preparedness and relief
network in the world.
At the time of a disaster, the Red Cross
offers immediate basic 'relief' such as shelter, clothing,
food, first aid and emotional support.
Later, during the 'recovery' phase, the Red
Cross remains on the scene— even after the world's attention
has turned elsewhere. The Red Cross works with other relief
groups to provide ongoing assistance to help the members of
the community get back home, back to school and back to work
as quickly as possible.
If a loved one is in the disaster area,
family members elsewhere can call the Red Cross for
information about conditions and loved ones in the affected
area.
The Red Cross is well known and respected
for its work with First Aid Services. Their aim is to reduce
death and suffering and to bring care and comfort to as many
as possible. There are seven Canadian Red Cross First Aid
programs for all ages and for all skill and interest levels—
from babysitters to emergency responders. They train more than
5 000 instructors and 300 000 participants every year in
various First Aid and Injury Prevention programs.
You could be a volunteer. The Red Cross
needs your help to prepare for tomorrow. Learn how to prevent
injuries and how to react in emergency situations. Contact
your local Red Cross office.
Address:
CANADIAN RED CROSS
Community and International Program Lower Mainland Region 4750
Oak VANCOUVER, BC
Email:
wz-fawss@redcross.ca
PHONE: 604 709-6600
Links:
History of The Red Cross
How we Help
First Aid Services
Volunteering with The Red Cross
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