Canada Steps In With Humanitarian Aid
Canada is sending $3 million in humanitarian aid to Afghanistan after a devastating earthquake claimed more than 2,200 lives this week. The funding aims to deliver urgent relief, including food, shelter, clean water, and medical support, to thousands of survivors.
Global Affairs Canada confirmed that the money will be distributed through trusted partners already operating in the region, ensuring rapid assistance where it’s needed most.
Where the Funds Are Going
Of the total aid, $1.3 million will go to the World Food Programme to expand food distribution and provide essential logistical support. The International Committee of the Red Cross will receive $1 million to assist conflict-affected communities that were also hit by the quake.
Meanwhile, CARE Canada and Islamic Relief Canada will each receive $350,000 to supply clean water, sanitation, emergency shelter, essential non-food items, and vital health services.
Canada’s Broader Commitment
This latest contribution adds to Canada’s wider humanitarian pledge. In 2025 alone, Ottawa is committing over $36 million in assistance to Afghanistan through the UN, the Red Cross, and non-governmental organizations. The government says this continued support reflects Canada’s dedication to helping vulnerable populations facing crises.
The Human Toll
The earthquake’s impact has been catastrophic. Taliban officials confirmed more than 2,200 deaths as rescue efforts continue across devastated communities. With thousands displaced and infrastructure destroyed, survivors face immediate shortages of food, shelter, and medical care.
Canadian officials stress that international partnerships are critical in ensuring life-saving aid reaches affected Afghans quickly.
While emergency support remains the top priority, Canada’s aid package also emphasizes resilience, ensuring communities have the resources to recover and rebuild. Officials say the assistance reflects Canada’s long-standing humanitarian values and its role in responding to global crises.
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