Canada provides funding for humanitarian needs in Lebanon
News release
September 28, 2024 – Ottawa, Ontario – Global Affairs Canada
Canada is deeply concerned by the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, a terrorist organization, in Lebanon, which has caused a rapid increase of humanitarian needs. More than 90,000 people have been displaced within Lebanon since early September.
Today, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, announced that Canada is providing $10 million in funding for humanitarian assistance to address the urgent needs of civilians in Lebanon. This funding will help provide food, water, emergency healthcare (including sexual and reproductive healthcare), protection services and other life-saving assistance.
This funding is in addition to the US$10 million already allocated to the crisis in Lebanon by the UN Central Emergency Response Fund, to which Canada is a key donor.
Alongside our partners, we call for an immediate 21-day ceasefire across the Lebanon-Israel border to provide space for diplomacy towards the conclusion of a diplomatic settlement consistent with UNSCR 1701, and the implementation of UNSCR 2735 regarding a ceasefire in Gaza.
Canada urges all parties involved in the conflict to protect civilians, including humanitarian workers, from harm, in accordance with international humanitarian law.
Canada continues to monitor the situation and remains in close contact with humanitarian partners to assess and respond to evolving needs.
Quotes
“With the funding announced today, Canada’s partners will be able to scale up their efforts to help people in urgent need. We call for an end to the violence in Lebanon and for all parties to protect civilians and humanitarian workers from harm and to respect their obligations under international humanitarian law.”
- Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development
“Canada stands in solidarity with the people of Lebanon affected by this conflict, and we’re committed to helping provide them with the humanitarian assistance they need. We are calling for an immediate ceasefire and will continue to support our humanitarian partners in the country.”
- Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs
Quick facts
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Today’s announcement brings Canada’s total contribution in humanitarian assistance funding for Lebanon to $37 million in 2024.
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Canada provides its funding for humanitarian assistance based on need, through experienced and trusted humanitarian organizations that have the necessary on-the-ground operational capacity to respond.
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Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of International Development
Olivia.Batten@international.gc.ca
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