The Canadian Red Cross
93
humanitarian experts deployed to assist in 28 countries
242,231
meals delivered to people unable to prepare their own food
1,400+
personnel deployed to support 21 responses within Canada
About
For over 130 years, the Canadian Red Cross has been supporting millions of people in Canada and around the world when crisis strikes.
With over 14,100+ dedicated volunteers across the country, we’re ready to spring into action during disasters by providing shelter, food, water, financial aid, and emotional support to those in need.
As leaders in disaster response, our global Red Cross network has trusted local partnerships and access to reach people with lifesaving care and supplies in some of the most dangerous places on earth.
But our work goes beyond the front lines. Behind the scenes, we’re making sure no one is left behind. We help communities prepare for disasters, combat social isolation, and reconnect families torn apart by conflict.
The strength of our mission comes from the support of people in Canada through their charitable donations. Thanks to our donors, we’re there before, during, and after disaster strikes, ensuring everyone gets the help they need to survive, recover, and rebuild.
Our Impact
Last year, here in Canada, the Red Cross helped nearly 40 people every single day as they faced personal disasters like house fires. We supported more than 93,500+ people during their toughest moments by providing essential relief items such as cots, blankets, and hygiene kits.
On a global scale, we respond to natural disasters, conflicts, and disease outbreaks. In 2025-26, we sent 44,405 emergency items to support the immediate needs of people impacted by Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica and Cuba, Venezuela floods and an earthquake in the Philippines. We also deployed 93 humanitarian experts to assist in 28 countries, including Jamaica, Democratic Republic of the Congo and Ivory Coast.
How your gift will be used
When you include a gift in your Will to the Red Cross, your generosity will become food, shelter, or much-needed comfort to people facing crises here in Canada and around the world.
When disaster strikes, the Canadian Red Cross is there to provide immediate aid and long-term support to individuals and families. We can’t prevent every crisis, we can’t end wars or stop fires, but with your support, we can be there when it matters most. As long as there are people ready to help, our humanitarian spirit and action will endure.
Through the Canadian Red Cross you can leave a lasting legacy of humanitarian support. Contact us to learn more.
Legal Name
The Canadian Red Cross Society
Charity Number
119219814 RR0001
