Red Cross
Who created the Red Cross? What year?
Henry Durant in 1863
When and where was the last exercise York Region volunteers were involved in?
March 1, 2025 at Thornhill Community Centre
CRC
Canadian Red Cross
What is the only CRC Level 5 disaster in history?
COVID-19
What TWO regions am I the Coordinator of?
York Region & Dufferin County
When was the CRC created?
1909
How many Depots do we have in York Region?
2
PDAT & ERT
Personal Disaster Assistance Team & Emergency Responder Team
Name 5 items that should be in an Emergency Kit?
Flashlights, Petty Cash, Medication, Water, Baby Formula, etc.
How long have I been with the CRC?
5 months
What are the 3 emblems of the Red Cross & Red Crescent Movement?
Cross, Crescent and Crystal
What is the address of the Provincial CRC Office?
5700 Cancross Court, Mississauga, ON
EMIS
Emergency Management Information System
What month is Emergency Preparedness Week?
May
What sectors did I work in before the CRC?
Humanitarian and Disaster Response
How many National Societies are there around the world?
191
How many GEOs make up the CRC's GTA Region? Can you name them all?
6! Halton, Peel, Dufferin, Toronto, York & Durham
RNAF
Registration & Needs Assessment Form
What is considered the worst disaster in history? # of lives lost
Spanish Flu (50,000 people died)
What is one of my hobbies?
Being outdoors, rock climbing, reading or listening to live music.
What are the Seven Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross?
Humanity, Neutrality, Impartiality, Independance, Unity, Universality & Voluntary Service
How many municipalities make up York Region? Can you name them all?
9!
Town of Aurora, Town of East Gwillimbury, Town of Georgina, Township of King, City of Markham, Town of Newmarket, City of Richmond Hill, City of Vaughan and Town of Whitchurch–Stouffville
DRIFAS
Disaster Response Individual & Family Assistance Standards
What is a black swan?
Low probability, high-impact event
What is my favourite item in the Emergency Preparedness Kit?
Glow sticks