WFP - World Food Programme

$1,435,000.00 CAD

≈ 19 Canadians' average pay for a year
Department
Global Affairs Canada
Program
International Development Assistance program
Recipient country
Italy
Fiscal year
2025-2026
Agreement period
December 31, 2025 – December 31, 2026
Reference
dfatd-maecd:064-2025-2026-Q3-0129

Published purpose

November 28- Cyclone Ditwah made landfall in Sri Lanka, resulting in widespread flooding, landslides, and significant infrastructure damage across all 25 districts. Approximately 2.2 million people have been affected, with 635 confirmed fatalities and 370 individuals reported missing. With Global Affairs Canada’s support, WFP responds effectively to the humanitarian needs caused by Cyclone Ditwah by providing emergency food, nutrition, cash assistance and support to logistical operations. Project activities include: (1) providing food and nutrition assistance; (2) providing cash assistance; and (3) supporting logistical operations.

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