Press Release Department: Federal - Canadian International Development Agency

International Cooperation Minister Beverly J. Oda (Durham, ON) announced Canada is supporting needed emergency humanitarian assistance in Syria. Canada, through the Canadian International Development Agency, is providing immediate support to help provide access to emergency food assistance, safe water, sanitation facilities, essential household items, and other much-needed assistance to the victims of violence. The full … Read more

International Cooperation Minister Beverly J. Oda (Durham, ON) held a roundtable with private sector leaders and development partners focussing on how the Canadian private sector's engagement in international development can help make Canada's international assistance more effective. The discussions focused on the private sector's ability to increase the effectiveness, efficiency, and timeliness of agency's development … Read more

International Cooperation Minister Beverly J. Oda (Durham, ON) announced that Canada is taking action to prevent a famine and a severe humanitarian crisis in western Africa. Oda said that Canada is deeply concerned about the impending food security and nutrition crisis in the Sahel. Canada, through the Canadian International Development Agency, will support UN organizations … Read more

CIDA360 degrees, an interactive multimedia exhibit that illustrates Canada's international development work, will be on display at the Calgary International Airport from Feb. 27 to March 9, 2012. Featuring videos and a wide selection of stories and images on more than 20 panels, CIDA360 degrees highlights how Canada helps people living in poverty in developing … Read more

International Cooperation Minister Beverly J. Oda (Durham, ON) and Environment Minister Peter Kent (Thornhill, ON) launched the Canada Fund for African Climate Resilience as part of Canada's international efforts to help developing countries adapt to the impacts of a changing climate. The Canada Fund is part of Canada's commitment to the Copenhagen Accord. The $20 … Read more

International Cooperation Minister Beverly J. Oda (Durham, ON) announced Canada's support for local economic development in the Caribbean. Through a Canadian International Development Agency funded project, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities will assist local Caribbean municipalities build and strengthen their local economies. The Caribbean Local Economic Development project will help to improve local communities, establish … Read more

International Cooperation Minister Beverly J. Oda (Durham, ON) announced that Canada is providing additional support to flood-affected victims in the Philippines. Oda said that Canada is continuing to help the people of the Philippines, who are still in need of emergency humanitarian assistance due to the affects of Tropical Storm Washi and resulting flash floods. … Read more

International Cooperation Minister Beverly J. Oda (Durham, ON) launched an innovative program that will bring Canadian students the opportunity to learn together and learn about their peers living in developing countries, in real time. This initiative will provide a valuable cultural and educational exchange. The International School Twinning Initiative pairs a school in Canada with … Read more

International Cooperation Minister Beverly J. Oda (Durham, ON) launched International Development Week and invited Canadians to participate in events organized by the international development community across Canada. Oda said that during International Development Week Canadians have the opportunity to learn about how Canada is making a difference in developing countries around the world, particularly for … Read more

International Cooperation Minister Beverly J. Oda (Durham, ON) issued a statement on the death of Secretary General of the Syrian Arab Red Crescent Dr. Abd-al-Razzaq Jbeiro. Oda said that Canada condemns this act of violence against the Syrian Arab Red Crescent. Oda added that Canada calls on all in Syria to respect the impartiality and … Read more