Canadian Red Cross

By: Desiree Lavallee

- Mission -• The Canadian Red Cross mission is to:• Improve lives • Help vulnerable people • Mobilize the power of humanity in Canada and

around the world.

History/Background

• Founded in 1896 by Dr. George Sterling Ryerson• May 19, 1909 it became an independent charity

organization • Largest humanitarian network in the world• Local branches in every province and territory in

Canada

Red Cross Goals• Relief from emergencies and disasters across the

world• Be ready for when a disaster does strike• Improve knowledge regarding first aid,CPR,

water safety, violence and abuse prevention• Support for military members• Provide community services

How To Donate & Participate?Canadians wishing to make a financial donation can donate by:• Calling 1-800-418-1111 • Giving online at www.redcross.ca.  • Visit the local Red Cross office • Participating banks listed below:

BMO Financial Group,Canadian Western Bank,CIBC,HSBC Bank Canada,ING DIRECT,National Bank,RBC,Scotiabank,TD Canada Trust

** Cheques should be made payable to the Canadian Red Cross and earmarked **

You Can Be A Hero!• Looking for volunteers to join the Disaster Management

TeamCanadian Red Cross International Film Festival• Third festival to raise awareness about West AfricaCanadian Red Cross 11th Annual Poinsettia Campaign• Purchase beautiful red poinsettia plants delivered directly• Proceeds go toward emergencies/disasters

Coming Up Events…

• Email us at: WeCare@redcross.ca • 24/7 emergency telephone service for immediate shelter assistance

- (416) 771-9540 or toll free: 1-866-902-4996• A drop-in centre where refugees can access services, obtain

information, make local phone calls and access the internetFor more information, contact:• (416) 480-2500 - during regular business hours, Monday to Friday,

8:30a.m. to 5:00 p.m.• Website Address: www.redcross.ca

How To Contact Us…

Slogan & Logo• Canadian Red Cross First Aid program slogan is:

Prepare for Life• Canadian Red Cross Lifeguarding program slogan is:

Skilled. Proud. Ready.• Canadian Red Cross Youth is: Power for the Positive

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Thank- You!