In a significant move to address the growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the West Bank, Canada has announced an additional $30 million in emergency funding to support the United Nations’ efforts to provide aid to Palestinians affected by the conflict. This new allocation brings the total Canadian aid commitment to over $355 million since October 7, 2023.
At a high-level conference co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia, Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand emphasized Canada’s long-standing support for a two-state solution, including the creation of an independent, democratic, viable, and sovereign Palestinian state that excludes Hamas from governance. The minister stressed the need for an immediate ceasefire and the unconditional release of all hostages to allow sustained humanitarian aid access.
The new funding will be focused on supporting logistical operations along the Jordanian Corridor, scaling up delivery of assistance into Gaza through experienced UN and Red Cross partners, and integrating Canadian-funded supplies into pipelines into Gaza. This includes support to the Government of Jordan’s efforts to address the acute needs of Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank.
- Support to logistical operations along the Jordanian Corridor;
- Support to experienced UN and Red Cross partners to scale up the delivery of assistance into Gaza;
- Input Canadian-funded humanitarian supplies into the pipelines into Gaza, including support to the Government of Jordan’s efforts.
This new allocation is part of Canada’s broader commitment to supporting Palestinian civilians affected by the conflict. Since March 2025, Canada has announced over $99 million in international assistance to support the UN, World Bank, Red Cross, and NGO partners in delivering aid to Gaza and the West Bank.
Canada’s humanitarian assistance funding covers a range of sectors, with an emphasis on emergency health care, food, shelter, and clean water for vulnerable populations. The country is also supporting protection work, including emergency rehabilitation for people disabled by the conflict, psychosocial support, and gender-based violence prevention.
The Canadian government has pledged to continue its support for Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank, with a focus on addressing the acute needs of those affected by the crisis. As Minister Anand emphasized during her participation in the high-level conference, an immediate ceasefire and unconditional release of hostages are crucial steps towards a sustainable resolution.
In conclusion, Canada’s $40 million emergency aid package for Gaza and the West Bank represents a significant commitment to supporting Palestinian civilians affected by the conflict. With its emphasis on humanitarian assistance and protection work, this new allocation underscores Canada’s dedication to promoting peace, stability, and human rights in the region.