Key Takeaways
- Canada is providing C$100 million in new international assistance for Palestinians.
- C$80 million will support humanitarian assistance, while C$20 million will support peace and security capacity building.
- The announcement came during Prime Minister Mark Carney's participation in the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
C$80 Million for Humanitarian Assistance
Of the total C$100 million announced by Canada, C$80 million will be directed toward humanitarian assistance.
The announcement comes as Canada continues its international assistance efforts in Palestine. The Prime Minister's Office said Carney highlighted Canada's contributions toward meeting the needs of more than 3 million people in Palestine who require urgent assistance.
Canada's humanitarian assistance has included support for areas such as emergency medical assistance, food and nutrition, water, sanitation and shelter.
C$20 Million for Peace and Security Capacity Building
The remaining C$20 million will support peace and security capacity building.
The funding is part of Canada's broader approach to supporting international efforts related to peace, security and stability in the region. The announcement was made during Carney's meetings and activities around the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
Carney Discusses Gaza and the Two-State Solution
During his September 22 visit, Carney also met with Jordan's King Abdullah II on the margins of the UN General Assembly.
According to the Prime Minister's Office, the two leaders discussed the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, settlement expansion and rising violence in the West Bank, as well as wider tensions in the region.
Carney reaffirmed Canada's support for a negotiated two-state solution and highlighted Canada's contributions to assistance efforts in Palestine.
Canada Continues International Assistance
The new announcement follows Canada's earlier funding commitments for Palestinians.
In June 2026, Global Affairs Canada announced an additional C$100 million in funding for international assistance to Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza. That funding was intended to support UN, Red Cross and Red Crescent, and NGO partners providing humanitarian assistance and supporting peace and stabilization initiatives.
The September announcement is a separate C$100 million commitment, with C$80 million designated for humanitarian assistance and C$20 million for peace and security capacity building.
Canada Announces New Assistance at UN General Assembly
The latest funding announcement came as Canada participated in the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly.
Carney's September 22 schedule included meetings with international leaders and participation in discussions concerning the Middle East and the two-state solution.
Canada's latest commitment adds to its broader international assistance efforts for Palestinians while the government continues to discuss humanitarian needs, regional stability and the prospects for a negotiated two-state solution.