Histoires de la Croix-Rouge

Japan: Three years later

March 11, 2014 - On March 11, 2011, a triple disaster including an earthquake, tsunami and nuclear plant meltdown struck part of eastern Japan, leaving thousands of lives forever changed. Today, with the support of the Red Cross, there is clear progress towards recovery in many communities. 

Emergency field hospital handed over to Philippine Red Cross

March 03, 2014 - More than three months after many communities in the Philippines were devastated by Typhoon Haiyan, the Canadian Red Cross has concluded its emergency health response, handing over the field hospital deployed in November 2013 to the Philippine Red Cross.

Red Cross expands latrine promotion in Kenya

February 25, 2014 - Like many in her Kenyan village called Kaptobogo, Eunice Kisang did not have a latrine at her home until late 2013. She and her family had always hid in nearby bushes to relieve themselves.

Red Cross provides aid to Somalia following devastating cyclone

February 20, 2014 - Silent emergencies and disasters occur every day around the world. In mid-November 2013, a tropical cyclone struck the Puntland region of Somalia with wind, rain and flash flooding.

Share the love and spread a heartfelt Canadian Red Cross message this Valentine's Day

February 14, 2014 - Valentine’s Day is the perfect moment to highlight these wonderful stories and give everyone the chance to send messages of appreciation.

The Canadian Red Cross offers 10 steps to creating safer environments

February 11, 2014 - Violence, bullying and abuse are major problems in a number of communities, from schools to organizations to workplaces.

Food shortage in Zimbabwe requires immediate humanitarian assistance

February 11, 2014 - While they may not grab headlines like disasters, food shortages require humanitarian intervention.

Typhoon Haiyan: Red Cross response three months on

February 07, 2014 - On November 8, 2013, Typhoon Haiyan tore through the Philippines, wreaking havoc and widespread destruction. 

Staying safe and warm during winter weather

February 06, 2014 - Look to the Canadian Red Cross for safety tips all winter long.

The Canadian Red Cross provides winter weather relief to those in need in Ontario

February 06, 2014 - In December 2013, Ontario was hit by ice storms that led to power and heat loss for thousands of residents across the province.