What is Operation Protect?

We’re asking individuals and organizations to donate any spare personal protective equipment (PPE).

SafeCare BC is working with the Ministry of Health to collect these supplies. It will be added the the provincial supply, then distributed to the following organizations:

Hospitals

Long-term care

Home care

Community health support

Assisted living

Why are supplies needed?

COVID-19 has led to a severe shortage of protective equipment for health care workers. They need this equipment to protect themselves and provide safe, quality care. Without it, they’re at higher risk of injury or illness. These workers are on the front line of the COVID-19 pandemic, and they need our support.

What supplies are needed?

Surgical masks (approved by the FDA)

Exam gloves

Hand sanitizer (60% alcohol or higher)

Medical-grade disinfection wipes

Protective gowns

Eye protection (glasses, goggles, face shields)

N-series masks (approved by the FDA, NIOSH, CSA)

R-series masks (approved by the FDA, NIOSH, CSA)

P-series masks (approved by the FDA, NIOSH, CSA)

Elastomeric half- or full-face piece respirators

Powered air-purifying respirator

We can only accept unopened and unused equipment.

Not sure what the supplies look like or what’s accepted? Click here for pictures and more info.

Monetary Donations

SafeCare BC has teamed up with Thank You Frontline YVR to sell lawn signs in the Vancouver region and accept monetary donations.

Find out how you can support frontline workers.

Email us at info@safecarebc.ca

Our partners

Operation Protect is a group effort. Thank you to our partners who help make Operation Protect possible.