Canadian Red Cross

About Canadian Red Cross

The Canadian Red Cross is a community organization located on Ernest Ave in the White Oaks neighbourhood of London, Ontario. It provides humanitarian aid and emergency response services to the local community, across Canada, and around the world. The organization offers training and certification programs for emergencies at home, at work, and in the community. These include First Aid and CPR courses, Psychological First Aid, Occupational Health and Safety training, and Professional Responder courses. Specialized training is available for Wilderness, Remote and Marine First Aid, First Aid for Opioid Poisoning, and First Aid for Dogs and Cats. It also provides Children, Youth & Caregiver Safety courses and resources to help prevent violence in schools and organizations. The Canadian Red Cross provides domestic and international operations, including community health services, migrant and refugee services, and international cooperation. It maintains a roster of vetted emergency personnel for responses to natural disasters, conflicts, and public health emergencies. The organization is guided by its Fundamental Principles and describes its mission as helping people and communities in times of need while strengthening their resilience. It maintains a commitment to increasing Indigenous diversity within its personnel and leadership.