2010-2011 SK Annual Review - Croix-Rouge canadienne

CANADIAN RED CROSSAnnual Review2010–2011Saskatchewan

MESSAGEFROM THECOUNCILPRESIDENTSWe will continueto grow strongerand improvethe lives ofchildren, youthand adults inSaskatchewan,Canada, andaround theworld.Dear Canadian Red Cross Supporter,The Red Cross remains in a strong position to continue making a difference inSaskatchewan. This is because of the support we receive from you – our fi nancialsupporters, partners, members, staff, and volunteers. In the years ahead, specialemphasis will be placed on the provision of: violence and abuse prevention educationfor children, youth and adults in ever increasing numbers; and providing educationaland preventative resources to assist Aboriginal communities as they increase theirability to respond to needs within their communities. We will also continue to gainthe support of communities and partners to improve the lives of people throughoutSaskatchewan and around the world.Red Cross was there throughout the year to provide help when forest fi res, housefi res, a tornado, and summer fl oods caused hardship for many people throughoutSaskatchewan. The Canadian Red Cross was also able to provide assistance aroundthe world when disaster struck in China, Japan, Libya, Pakistan, and New Zealand. Wecouldn’t have done this without you.With your help we will continue to grow stronger and improve the lives of children,youth and adults in Saskatchewan, Canada, and around the world. Thank you.Regards,Scott OsmachenkoPresidentSouthern Saskatchewan RegionalCouncilSandra MacArthurPresidentNorth/Central Saskatchewan RegionalCouncilI ANNUAL REVIEW

REGIONALGOVERNANCENORTH/CENTRAL SASKATCHEWAN REGIONAL COUNCIL 2010–2011Luke CoupalMemberRhonda LaingMemberFrances LoveMemberElaine McDonaldMemberSandra MacArthurPresidentCarmel WaddingtonPast PresidentTaskia MirVice PresidentJohn OpheimMemberDoug ReidAdvisor(Member from April to September, 2010)Ennis WaldnerHonourary MemberSOUTHERN SASKATCHEWAN REGIONAL COUNCIL 2010–2011Skott Richard EnnsMemberLogan HarrisMemberCalvin HillMemberTony PlayterMemberScott OsmachenkoPresidentRebbecca ClarkePast PresidentKirsten SamborskiMemberJada YeeMemberVictor ThomasVice PresidentBRITISH COLUMBIA SASKATCHEWANAND YUKON 3II

TABLE OFCONTENTSGREETINGS AND INTRODUCTIONSMessage from the PresidentsRegional GovernanceMessage from the Provincial DirectorIIIIIVVIOLENCE AND ABUSE PREVENTION 5Preventing Bullying Behavior 5Working with First Nations and Workplaces 6DISASTER MANAGEMENT 1Disaster Response at Home 1Disaster Response Beyond Our Borders 2INJURY PREVENTION 7Water Safety 7First Aid and Injury Prevention 8COMMUNITY RESILIENCE ANDCAPACITY BUILDING 3Building Safer and Stronger Communities 3FINANCIAL HEALTH AND SUSTAINABILITY 9We Couldn’t Have Done it Without You 9From Rubber Boots to King of the Kovbasa 10HUMANITARIAN ISSUES 4Peace in the Classroom 4MISSIONThe Canadian Red Cross mission is to improve the lives of vulnerable people by mobilizing the power of humanityin Canada and around the world.VISIONThe Canadian Red Cross is the leading humanitarian organization through which people voluntarily demonstratetheir caring for others in need.FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLESHumanity Impartiality Neutrality Independence Voluntary Service Unity UniversalityIIIANNUAL REVIEW

MESSAGE FROMTHE PROVINCIALDIRECTORDelivering Our MissionDear Canadian Red Cross Supporter,Last year, at the Canadian Red Cross, we worked to maximize our effi ciency andsuccess in our mission to prevent and alleviate suffering here and around the world.The year was marked by numerous disasters and incredible support as we quicklyresponded to effectively meet the needs of people throughout Saskatchewan, Canada,and around the world.Red Cross staff and volunteers relocated both themselves and required supplies tomeet basic needs and restore the living conditions of more than 2,100 adults and 775children when wide-spread fl ooding, a tornado, and forest fi res devastated the province.Red Cross was also there to provide food, shelter, clothing and basic necessities whenmore than 130 families were affected by house fi res. This was possible with thanks tohundreds of Red Cross volunteers, as well as Red Cross staff in nine offi ces acrossthe province. To maintain our ability to respond quickly, 54 volunteers completed RedCross disaster management training courses last year, and more will do so in the yearahead.While unprecedented disasters struck at home, Red Cross also responded todevastating disasters around the world. The worst fl oods in the history of Pakistanaffected an estimated 20 million people. Extensive fl ooding, landslides, an earthquakeand a typhoon affected over 110 million people throughout China and South East Asia.Red Cross was there. As I write this letter, we are still helping those affected by thedevastating earthquake and tsunami in Japan.We also continued to offer programs and services to protect children and youth, andensure the people of Saskatchewan have the skills and knowledge to stay safe. Throughthe Peace by Piece Red Cross Classroom resource, more than 1,600 youth in 82classrooms learned how they can build peace one piece at a time. Thousands of youthand hundreds of adults learned about healthy relationships, bullying prevention, andrespectful workplaces through Red Cross RespectED: Violence & Abuse Preventionprograms. Red Cross fi rst aid training was provided to more than 23,000 people.Red Cross swimming lessons were provided to more than 65,500 people. Througheducation and partnerships we are building safer communities.As you read the pages that follow, keep in mind that this was possible thanks to thegenerosity of you, our Red Cross partners, volunteers, staff and fi nancial supporters.Thank you,Red Cross wasalso there toprovide food,shelter, clothingand basicnecessitieswhen more than130 families inSaskatchewanwere affected byhouse fi res.Cindy FuchsProvincial DirectorSaskatchewanSASKATCHEWANIV

DISASTERMANAGEMENTFast FactsSEVERE WEATHER• 2,118 adultsreceived help• 775 childrenreceived help• 156 volunteersdonated nearly7,300 hoursNearly every2.5 days inSaskatchewana family wasaffected bya house fire,and Red Crosswas there toprovide food,shelter, clothingand basicnecessities.Disaster Response at HomeFLOODS, TORNADO AND FOREST FIRES STRIKE IN 2010The summer of 2010 was filled with unprecedented destruction in Saskatchewan.Overland flooding, water seepage and a tornado caused over 200 communities todeclare a local state of emergency. Forest fires also forced nearly 100 people to beevacuated from their homes. While support was provided throughout the province, theworst-hit communities were Kawacatoose First Nation, Maple Creek, Nekaneet FirstNation, North Battleford, Regina, Prince Albert, Saskatoon, and Yorkton.As disasters devastated the province, from border to border, people required assistanceand Red Cross volunteers donated more than 7,300 hours to provide immediate reliefto meet basic needs such as food, and emergency shelter. Assistance with recoverysuch as household goods replacement, occupational support to over 2,100 adults and775 children was also provided. Thanks to the generous support Red Cross receivedfrom donors, partners and volunteers, these individuals and families received hopeand help as they rebuilt their homes, lives and communities.FLOOD PREPARATIONS UNDERWAYThe Red Cross in Saskatchewan is stepping up its flood preparedness planning in orderto quickly and efficiently respond to any flooding that could occur this spring. Some ofthe steps being taken are: increased volunteer recruitment and training; ensuring keypartnerships with other charities and municipalities are in place so that relief effortscan be coordinated in the most effective manner possible during any crisis situation;pre positioning supplies for ease of accessibility during response; and coordinatingactivities with Red Cross offices across Western Canada. By planning response activitynow, the Red Cross hopes to mitigate as much destruction as possible while helpingas many people as possible.At a GlancePERSONAL DISASTERSPhoto credit (page 1, left):Saskatchewan Star Phoenix, 2010.Red Cross responded to 131 personal disasters such as house fires last year:• 216 adults received food, shelter, clothing and basic necessities• 144 children received necessities, comfort, hope, crayons and a teddy bear• 25 volunteers donated more than 125 hours1 ANNUAL REVIEWIf you are interested in becoming a disaster response leadershipvolunteer contact your local Red Cross office.

Disaster Response Beyond Our BordersCANADIAN RED CROSS GETS FIRST MOBILE HOSPITALAs part of the First Responder Initiative, the Canadian Red Cross has partnered withthe Government of Canada to create two field hospitals. One is a rapid deploymentfield hospital and the other a basic health care unit. On December 1, 2010, the firstfield hospital was ready to be deployed. Two days later it was sent to Haiti to help withRed Cross efforts there. Having this hospital means Canada and the Canadian RedCross will be able to play a more significant role in international disasters – in additionto sending people and funding, the Canadian Red Cross is also now able to deploy ahospital.International WorkSASKATCHEWAN REACHES OUTThe people of Saskatchewan generously supported Red Cross work in:• China• Japan• Libya• New Zealand• Pakistan• South East AsiaThirteen volunteers in Saskatchewan donated a total of 110 volunteer hourswhile assisting the Red Cross in Saskatchewan during international disasterresponses.Two new field hospitals enhanceability of Canadian Red Cross todeploy assistance to internationaldisasters.On December1, 2010, the firstfield hospitalwas ready to bedeployed, justtwo days later itwas sent to Haitito help with RedCross effortsthere.Photo credit (page 2, centre): Jeff Stokoe,Red Deer Advocate, 2010.54 volunteers completed Red Cross disaster management trainingcourses last year.SASKATCHEWAN 2

COMMUNITYRESILIENCE ANDCAPACITY BUILDINGFast FactsREADY TO HELPThere are nineRed Cross officesand hundredsof volunteersthroughout theprovince. Red Crossis near you!Building Safer and Stronger CommunitiesREACHING AT-RISK POPULATIONSThere are 371 volunteers across Saskatchewan ready to respond to disaster, provideeducation about bullying prevention, and keep all Red Cross programs and servicesavailable. Red Cross works hard to reach out to communities and individuals, especiallythose who are most at-risk. Work in this area throughout the year included:• Disaster preparedness training taught individuals and families how to helpthemselves during a disaster, like a flood.• The Veterans’ Arts and Crafts Program served 60 residents of the WascanaRehabilitation Centre in Regina. Last year, 12 of these veterans were involved ina sensory program to help them cope with dementia, and 48 were involved in artsand crafts programs to help keep them and their minds active.• The Peace by Piece Red Cross Classroom resource for schools throughout theprovince helped children learn how they can build peace one piece at a time.• Healthy relationship, bullying prevention, and respectful workplace education foradults and youth.• Educational and preventative resources to assist Aboriginal communities as theyincrease their ability to respond to needs within their communities.Christine HoffmanWHY I VOLUNTEEROne of the 60 residents whobenefit from the Red CrossVeterans’ Arts and Crafts programat the Wascana RehabilitationCentre in Regina.I will never forget the first phone call I took in the Recovery Centre. A young mancalled asking what services Red Cross was offering in town. As we were talkinghe told me he had a rope in his backyard that he was going to make a swing with,but thought he would be using it for other reasons. My heart stopped. I told himto come see us so we could work together on a plan to improve his situation. Hecame into the Recovery Centre a little while later, a very tall, strong, man, hunchedover with little to no emotion. Nearly two hours later he left standing straight up withtear-filled eyes. He thanked me for convincing him to come in. His home had beendestroyed, but together we put together a plan and he was eventually able to moveback into his own home. To me, this is what the Red Cross is about, empoweringpeople to get their lives back on track.3 ANNUAL REVIEWYour donation enable the training of volunteers so people like Christinewill be there to help when someone’s world is falling apart.

HUMANITARIANISSUESPeace in the ClassroomPEACE BY PIECE PROGRAM REACHES OUT TO YOUTHThe Department of Canadian Heritage provided $35,700 over twoyears for revisions of the Peace by Piece Red Cross Classroomresource, offered in schools across Saskatchewan.As the Peace by Piece Red CrossClassroom moves into its fifth yearof use by students and educators inSaskatchewan, the resource will beimproved with enhanced lessons,fresh activities, and updated links tocurriculum. These enhancements aremade possible through funds providedby the Human Rights Program of TheDepartment of Canadian Heritage,and the supporting sponsorship ofSaskEnergy.As a direct result, youth will continueto receive important messages onglobal humanitarian topics such as humanitarian values, disaster, armed conflict,emergencies, personal safety, human rights, diversity, and bullying.At a Glance2010 PEACE BY PIECE NUMBERS• More than 1,600 youth aged 8–12 learned how they can build peace onepiece at a time• 82 different school classrooms participated• 55% of classes in entirely new communitiesFast FactsREACHING OUTPeace by Piececelebrated its fifthbirthday this year ofmaking a peacefuldifference!Thanks to theteachers andsupporters whomake it possiblefor the CanadianRed Cross toreach youththrough Peaceby Piece.Do you want to get your school involved?To find out more visit: www.redcross.ca/saskatchewan.SASKATCHEWAN 4

VIOLENCEAND ABUSEPREVENTIONFast FactsRESPECTED NUMBERS• 9,454 youthreached• 307 adultsreached• 88 youth trainedto train otheryouth• 37 adults trained• 250 With Respectworkplaceworkshopparticipants• 89 WesternHockey Leagueplayers trained• 121 volunteers/preventioneducator partnerswho deliveredtrainingRespectED: Preventing Bullying BehaviorIMAGINE NO BULLIES CAMPAIGNEvery day in Saskatchewan, children face cruel treatment at the hands of their peers.This bullying behaviour is often dismissed as a “normal” part of childhood. But foreveryone involved, it isn’t normal – and it needs to stop. Red Cross already reaches1,500 youth each year in Saskatchewan, teaching them how to recognize bullyingbehaviour and help to make it a thing of the past. With your support, Red Cross canreach 3,600 more youth over the next three years. The goal is to raise $150,000 by2013 to increase Red Cross bullying prevention education in the province. Join theteam!RESPECTED DELIVERY PARTNERSThe Regina Board of Education trained 10 staff members to train youth and deliverpresentations in the school division. To date, these partners have reached a minimum ofsix schools and an estimated 470 students with an important bully prevention message.Feedback from these partners has been extremely positive. The Regina Board ofEducation is now considering training for 10 new staff members this summer.5 ANNUAL REVIEWDo you want to learn about RespectED programs?Visit www.redcross.ca/saskatchewan.

Working With First Nations and WorkplacesFIRST NATION COMMUNITY WORKKahkewistahaw and Ochapowace First Nations took great initiative to address bullyingand harassment in their communities. On September 15 and 16 Kahkewistahawtrained youth along with two advisors in addressing bullying. On November 1 and 2Ochapowace did the same.On February 17, 14 adults were involved in c.a.r.e. training from several Yorkton TribalCouncil communities. This training is designed to help prevent the trauma of abuse byteaching children basic, easily understood skills to help protect themselves, and to gethelp if they need it. Many of these communities purchased the personal safety programfor children ages 5–9 that deals with sexual abuse prevention and trained their staff touse it.THE POWER OF A RESPECTFUL WORKPLACERed Cross “With Respect” workshops that raise awareness on bullying andharassment in the workplace continue to be in demand. Workshops were facilitated attwo conferences, the Saskatchewan Association of Human Resources Professionals,and the Business and Professional Women of Saskatoon. Individual employers alsoconducted this workshop for their employees and managers. Approximately 250 adultsparticipated in these sessions last year.RespectEDtraining isdesigned tohelp preventthe traumaof abuse byteaching childrenbasic, easilyunderstood skillsto help protectthemselves, andto get help if theyneed it.Black and Purple TourRETURNS FOR A 5TH YEARThe Black and Purple Girls in action.Thanks to the support of ExtremeHockey & Sport, the Blackand Purple tour returned toSaskatchewan for its fifth year,bringing an important bullyingprevention message to 1,200students. Breanne Lawrensonand Braiden Turner wrote thesong “Black and Purple” afterbeing bullied as youth. Theyhave been touring schools acrossWestern Canada for the past fiveyears, encouraging youth to standup to bullying.SASKATCHEWAN 6

INJURYPREVENTIONFast FactsWATER SAFETY88,947 individualstrained in Red CrossFirst Aid and WaterSafetySpecial thanks toSaskatchewanLotteries fortheir generouscontributions toCanadian RedCross WaterSafety programs.Water SafetyPARTNER FEEDBACK IMPROVES RED CROSS SWIM PROGRAMSChanges made to the Red Cross Swim programs over the past year have enhancedboth the program effectiveness and the ability of instructors to provide these lessons.An Instructor website was launched to help training partners stay connected, gain easyaccess to important information on Red Cross First Aid and Water Safety programs,as well as quickly access their certification records. Through the addition of Red CrossSwim Basics 2 (Adult & Teen program) and Sea Otter (preschool), as well as adjustmentsto the content of other Red Cross Swim Kids program, the transition between levelswas simplified for all participants. The Water Safety Instructor age requirement wasrevised to 15 years of age to reduce the wait time between the Assistant Water SafetyInstructor and Water Safety Instructor courses. Candidates now also benefit from areduced number of hours and decreased amount of required paperwork – a changegeared towards helping them complete the Teaching Experience component with moreease and in a timely manner.The Ministry of Health is also considering possible changes to the current legislationthat would allow Red Cross Lifeguard training in Saskatchewan. This change wouldhelp aquatic facilities to address lifeguard and employee shortages in both urban andrural facilities throughout the province. Such changes could dramatically improve theavailability of swimming lessons in Saskatchewan.2ND ANNUAL WATER SAFETY CONFERENCEWith the help of generous supporters, the second annual water safety conferencewas hosted by Red Cross in Saskatchewan. This conference provided Saskatchewanaquatics the opportunity to learn the latest industry trends, network, engage inprofessional development and learn strategies to effectively increase the number ofpeople trained each year.NATIONAL LIFEJACKET DAYNational Lifejacket Day, held on May20, 2010, training partners, volunteers,and staff throughout Saskatchewanwore lifejackets for the entire day toencourage others to wear lifejacketsand save lives. Gear up for NationalLifejacket Day 2011 on May 19!7 ANNUAL REVIEWRed Cross Water Safety mascot Buckles enjoys alittle company from Saskatchewan staff members.

First Aid and Injury PreventionFIRST AID PROGRAMMING TO BE UPDATEDAs an industry leader in first aid, the Canadian Red Cross is actively involved inidentifying how programs need to be updated to reflect the 2010 International LiaisonCommittee on Resuscitation guidelines. These new training recommendations will beincorporated into Red Cross programs in the coming year.WATER SAFETY WEEK2010 Water Safety Week waspromoted with events across theprovince. Join us this year from June5 to 11 to celebrate being alive toenjoy summer!Thank you SGI!Babysittingcoursesponsor inSaskatchewan.A little girl gets fitted into a lifejacket.At a Glance2010 FIRST AID AND SWIMMING NUMBERSFirst Aid• Individuals trained: 22,341• Babysitters trained: 922• Instructors trained: 140Swimming & Water Safety• Swim program participants: 64,811• Assistant Instructors trained: 265• Instructors trained: 468Are you interested in taking First Aid or Water Safety training?Visit www.redcross.ca to find out how.SASKATCHEWAN 8

FINANCIALHEALTH ANDSUSTAINABILITYFast FactsRUBBER BOOTSSaskatchewanresidents contributedover $30,000 to our2010 “Rubber Boot”campaign for floodrelief!Proudlysupported by:Canadian RedCross gratefullyacknowledges thefinancial supportof the City ofSaskatoon.9 ANNUAL REVIEWWe Couldn’t Have Done it Without YouDONORS & SUPPORTERSWithout you, our passionate and generous community of donors, partners, andvolunteers, the work of Red Cross in Saskatchewan and around the world would beimpossible. The list below indicates corporations, organizations, government ministriesand agencies who donated $5,000 or more last year, including donations to internationalresponses. Out of respect for privacy, individual donors are not listed. Thank you toall of our financial supporters and partners (including many in addition to those listedbelow).$5,000-$9,999Farm Credit Canada, HVAC Sales (1997) Ltd., Rotary Club of Yorkton, The Churchof Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Cindercrete Products Ltd., South SaskatchewanCommunity Foundation, Kinsmen Club of Yorkton, SaskTel Pioneers, Rogue’s Tavern,Battlefords United Way, Leslie & Irene Dube Foundation, Regina Chinese CanadianAssoc. Inc., PotashCorp Partnership Grant, First Nations Employment Centre,Government of Saskatchewan – Community Initiatives Fund, Vecima NetworksInc., Creighton Community School, Yorkton Flood Fund 2010, Ukrainian CanadianProfessional & Business Association of Saskatoon$10,000-$24,999Shaw Communications, G. Murray and Edna Forbes Foundation, CIBC, Governmentof Canada – Department of Canadian Heritage (Human Rights Program), The Cooperators,Government of Canada – Canada Summer Jobs, SaskEnergy, CamecoCorporation, SilverBirch Hotels & Resorts (Regina Inn, Saskatoon Inn, RadissonSaskatoon), Weyburn & District United Way, Extreme Hockey & Sport, City ofSaskatoon, RBC Foundation, SaskCentral, Viterra Inc., SGI Canada, United Way ofEstevan$25,000-$49,999Sterling Truck & Trailer Sales Ltd., Affinity Credit Union, Prince Albert Grand Council,Saskatchewan Liquor & Gaming Authority, Flood Relief Concert (Stephen & TeraMaguire)$50,000-$99,999Saskatchewan Lotteries Trust Fund, United Way of Regina$100,000-$999,999Mosaic Canada ULC, United Way of Saskatoon & Area, Walmart (Saskatchewan),Government of Saskatchewan, Government of Saskatchewan Ministry of PublicSafety$1,000,000+Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc.

From Rubber Boots to King of the KovbasaCOMMUNITY FUNDRAISERS GO ABOVE AND BEYONDCommunity fundraisers are an important source of funding for the Red Cross inSaskatchewan. Among the many community fundraisers held this year, too numerousto mention, there were several particularly large and creative community fundraisingevents held in support of Red Cross work in Saskatchewan. Below is a list of thoseevents that went above and beyond to bring in over $7,500 each!• An annual event called King of the Kovbasa, put on by The Ukrainian CanadianProfessional & Business Association of Saskatoon, sought out the best Kovbasa inthe province and brought in over $9,000 for the Imagine...No Bullies Campaign.• SilverBirch hotels in Saskatchewan, including the Regina Inn, Saskatoon Inn andRadisson Saskatoon, donated $10/room sold for one week in December and heldemployee fundraisers raising a grand total of over $13,000 for Red Cross personaldisaster response in their communities.• The 19th Annual Richie Hall Classic Golf Tournament held in Yorkton on May 21,2010, raised over $18,000 for Red Cross programs and services.• A Severe Weather concert organized by Stephen and Tera Maguire brought inover $30,000 to help Red Cross help individuals and families affected by floodingin Saskatchewan.• Rubber boots placed at tills throughout Saskatchewan collected more than $32,000to help those affected by the severe storms and floods of 2010.Thank you to the organizers and supporters of these events, and to all who heldfundraising events (in addition to those mentioned above) to support the work of RedCross in Saskatchewan!Winning BigGREAT SASKACHEWAN TREASURE HUNTAND KAMPAIGN FOR KIDSPlanned GivingDid you knowlegacy giftssupport Red Crosswork throughoutSaskatchewan?For information oncreating your legacyor leaving a bequestto the Red Cross,please contactRobbie Gamble, GiftPlanning Managerat (306) 692-9779or visit us at:redcross.ca/legacy.Save the date!September 8,2011, is the3rd annualHumanitarianGala. Visit ourwebsite for moreinformation.www.redcross.ca/treasurehuntThe Red Cross lottery and raffle support bullyingprevention education, swim programs, first aid training,and disaster response services that help people right inyour community. Do you want a chance to win $100,000,a 2011 Cadillac SRX and fantastic trips of a life time?Call 1-800-667-9941 before June 28, 2011, to get yourGreat Saskatchewan Treasure Hunt tickets!SASKATCHEWAN 10

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