Canada Continues to Respond to Humanitarian Needs of People Affected by Syrian Crisis
(firmenpresse) - AMMAN, JORDAN -- (Marketwired) -- 05/13/13 -- Ongoing violence in has caused mass displacement within its borders, and has forced hundreds of thousands to flee into neighbouring countries. Today, the Honourable Ted Menzies, Minister of State (Finance), on behalf of the Honourable Julian Fantino, Minister of International Cooperation, announced additional humanitarian assistance, including the deployment of a Canadian expert, to assist with the influx of Syrian refugees to Jordan.
"Canada continues to support the efforts of our humanitarian partners to address the needs of displaced Syrians across the region," said Minister Menzies. "Canada commends Jordan and other neighbouring countries for taking in so many displaced families, giving them safety and the hope of returning home one day."
Canada is providing support to Canadian humanitarian non-governmental organizations to assist people who have sought refuge in Jordan. Canada's support will help people to continue to have access to shelter, food, water, and emergency health services, as well as protection, education, and livelihood assistance. With Canada's support, will deploy a Canadian expert to assist UNICEF in its response to the influx of Syrian refugees to Jordan. This will help support the rapid deployment of Canadian humanitarian and disaster relief.
"Canada continues to stand by Syrians who are seeking refuge from this deteriorating humanitarian situation," said Minister Fantino. "Canada remains committed to saving lives and addressing the most critical needs of those affected by the Syrian crisis, and we ask that all countries deliver on their commitments during this difficult time."
Since January 2012, Canada has provided more than $48 million in humanitarian assistance efforts in Syria and neighbouring countries. For example, in March Minister Baird announced $13 million and in April, Minister Fantino of $25 million dollars for people both inside and outside Syria affected by the crisis.
Canada is a leader in providing humanitarian assistance to vulnerable people in conflict and disaster-affected areas of the world. affirms Canada's commitment to poverty alleviation and the ability to respond to humanitarian crises such as the one affecting Syrians. The new Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development will help Canada achieve greater efficiency, accountability, and focus to continue to improve the lives of people in need around the world.
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BACKGROUNDER
Today's announcement of more than $2 million builds on Canada's commitment to help those in great need due to the conflict in Syria. This support from Canada will be pooled with other donor support to achieve the following results:
Deployment of a Canadian expert to Jordan
With Canadian support, CANADEM is deploying a Canadian expert to assist in its response to the influx of Syrian refugees into Jordan. CANADEM is a Canadian non-government organization with 16 years' experience in the recruitment, screening, promotion and mobilization of Canadian expertise overseas.
Situation in Syria
Since early 2011, the unrest in Syria has led more than 1.4 million Syrians to seek refuge in the neighbouring countries of Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Turkey, and Egypt, resulting in significant humanitarian needs. It is estimated that 6.8 million people, close to one third of the entire population of Syria, are in need of humanitarian assistance. Approximately 80,000 people have died in the ongoing conflict, with thousands more wounded. These numbers are increasing as the conflict continues and the humanitarian crisis worsens in the country.
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Datum: 13.05.2013 - 14:31 Uhr
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