Minister Hussen announces multi-year funding of Canadian Foodgrains Bank to help feed people affected by humanitarian crises

September 12, 2024 - Abbotsford, British Columbia - Global Affairs Canada

Conflict, economic shocks and extreme weather events continue to drive food insecurity around the world, causing displacement and acute hunger and worsening living conditions. Urgent assistance is needed, and Canada is stepping up. 

Today, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, accompanied by Andy Harrington, Executive Director of Canadian Foodgrains Bank, announced that Canada is providing $100 million over 4 years (2024 to 2028) to the organization for emergency food and nutrition assistance to tackle global food insecurity and help those in need get access to essential food and nutrition services.

Canada’s support includes the provision of food, vouchers, nutrition services and emergency livelihoods assistance, which will be delivered to communities through the Foodgrains Bank’s extensive network of members and local partners. Canadian farmers will also play a critical role in this support with hundreds of them donating the proceeds from their crops to help end global hunger. Donations are made as individual food producers and through community efforts, as showcased by the more than 200 Growing Projects found across Canada.

During fiscal year 2023 to 2024, the Foodgrains Bank reached 333,922 people experiencing humanitarian emergencies in 16 countries. This renewal of funding will ensure that the world’s most vulnerable continue to receive critical assistance.

In 2023, Canada provided over $415 million in humanitarian assistance funding to UN and NGO partners to help provide life-saving food and nutrition services such as food, vouchers and ready-to-use therapeutic food for acutely malnourished children.