The Canadian Red Cross is seeking Winnipeg volunteers to lend a hand in dealing with disasters, such as fires and floods. New volunteers may provide assistance to Manitobans facing a variety of disasters, from house and apartment fires to large scale evacuations due...
By Sarah Klein WINNIPEG -- The Canadian Red Cross' Day of Pink saw more than 335 schools and workplaces participate across Manitoba on Wednesday. The day ensures students and adults think about bullying prevention year-round through wearing the colour pink to spread...
By David Klassen WINNIPEG -- Canadian Red Cross volunteers staged a training exercise in the city on Saturday. The scenario? An ice storm in the RM of McPherson and evacuated residents seeking shelter. "(The) shelter exercise was an opportunity for the dedicated...
A free information session organized by the Canadian Red Cross and RBC will discuss how the business community can join in to stand up against bullying. The Pink Panel on March 7 will be held at the RBC Convention Centre from noon to 1 p.m. The session will feature a...
By Sarah Klein A charitable campaign by Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries has brought in more than $178,000 for typhoon relief efforts in the Philippines. The campaign ran during November and December, with proceeds being donated to the Canadian Red Cross. “We knew it was...
By Sarah Klein Manitobans wishing to donate to the Canadian Red Cross to assist with typhoon relief efforts in the Philippines can do so at all Liquor Marts. Starting this weekend and until December 9, Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries will match all donations up to...
The Canadian Red Cross has come out with its own smartphone app to allow users to brush up on their first aids skills. The app, not meant to replace traditional first aid and emergency training, provides safety tips for common disasters and includes advice to guide...
The Canadian Red Cross in Manitoba has announced two recipients of its humanitarian awards, which are given out to recognize and celebrate the contributions of Manitoba humanitarians, and to inspire others to pursue humanitarian goals. This year's award recipients are...
The Canadian Red Cross in Manitoba is now accepting nominations for the prestigious Young Humanitarian of the Year Award and the Humanitarian of the Year Award. The awards will be handed out Thursday, September 12 and recognize the spirit of humanity in Manitoba,...
Today mark's Red Cross Day of Pink, which encourages youth and adults to take a united stand against bullying. The Canadian Red Cross is holding events across the country, including in Manitoba, where more than 17,500 people will be participating. A bullying awareness...
With the spring thaw slowly approaching, officials with the Canadian Red Cross are asking citizens to stay off the rivers and other waterways. What may appear to be a frozen sheet of ice can quickly give way underneath you instantly. That reality was demonstrated...
By David Klassen The Canadian Red Cross is inviting families to MTS Centre on Sunday for a huge block party. From 1 to 3 p.m., a hockey game will be played between the Winnipeg Police Service and the Winnipeg Fire Department, with a Timbits hockey game during the...
