Community advocates highlight that financial, linguistic, and cultural barriers prevent many Winnipeg newcomers from accessing essential first aid and CPR training, leaving families unprepared for emergencies. Programs like the Canadian Red Cross SmartStart Injury Prevention aim to bridge this gap by offering affordable, community-based training which empowers residents to respond confidently to accidents and injuries.

https://u-channel.ca/empowering-winnipegs-newcomers-with-first-aid-and-safety-skills/