The federal government is offering to send the Canadian Red Cross into COVID-19 hotspots as case numbers rise and parts of the country slip into a second wave, according to sources. The work would be covered by the $100 million in new funding the federal government gave the Red Cross back in May. "The Canadian Red Cross has done incredible work in supporting our provincial health systems throughout the COVID-19 pandemic," said Mary-Liz Power in an email to CBC News. A spokesperson for the Canadian Red Cross said conversations with public authorities are ongoing. "The Red Cross continues to build its capacity to respond and remains committed to helping people where and when most needed," they said.

Source: CBC News October 01, 2020 07:52 UTC