Canada News Centre2026-04-22T09:44:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/04/canada-provides-funding-to-the-organisation-for-the-prohibition-of-chemical-weapons-to-eliminate-chemical-weapons-in-syria.html

Canada is supporting international efforts to identify and eliminate chemical weapons that remain in Syria, to prevent future use.

Global Affairs Canada2026-04-22T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/02/backgrounder-amendments-to-sanctions-related-to-syria.html

On December 8, 2024, Canada welcomed the end of the Assad regime in Syria, reaffirmed its commitment to the Syrian people and urged all parties to work toward an inclusive political transition. Canada committed to collaborating with partners to support the Syrian people and to hold the Assad regime to account before the International Court of Justice for the torture and cruel, inhumane and degrading treatment and punishment of their own people.

Global Affairs Canada2026-02-18T13:44:53-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/02/minister-anand-announces-amendments-to-sanctions-related-to-syria.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is amending sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Syria) Regulations (Syria Regulations).

Global Affairs Canada2026-02-18T13:40:50-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/12/global-affairs-canadas-statement-on-first-anniversary-of-fall-of-assad-regime.html

Today marks one year since the fall of the Assad regime. As Syrians gather to celebrate their liberation from decades of oppression, they continue the long path toward reconciliation and economic and political stability.

Global Affairs Canada2025-12-08T13:27:45-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/12/canada-announces-measures-related-to-syria.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, today announced measures taken by the Government of Canada in relation to Syria.

Global Affairs Canada2025-12-05T16:47:26-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/09/canada-announces-extension-of-measures-to-support-the-people-of-syria.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced the extension of measures to allow Canadians and persons in Canada to make more humanitarian-related transactions with Syrian institutions that would be otherwise prohibited under the Special Economic Measures (Syria) Regulations.

Global Affairs Canada2025-09-10T16:34:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/09/backgrounder-canada-announces-the-extension-of-measures-in-support-of-the-people-of-syria.html

In December 2024, the fall of the Assad regime signalled the start of a new chapter for the people of Syria. After decades of oppression and 13 years of conflict, the majority of Syrians now live below the poverty line, with millions in need of humanitarian assistance.

Global Affairs Canada2025-09-10T16:33:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/03/statement-from-minister-joly-and-minister-hussen-on-the-situation-in-syria.html

Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development issued the following statement:

Global Affairs Canada2025-03-12T21:19:44-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/03/backgrounder-canada-announces-measures-and-support-for-the-people-of-syria.html

Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development announced measures in support of Canada’s concrete commitment to deliver much-needed humanitarian assistance to the Syrian people and to support a transition to an inclusive and peaceful future where all Syrians can live with dignity and security.

Global Affairs Canada2025-03-12T21:19:36-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/02/special-envoy-for-syria-to-visit-egypt-jordan-and-lebanon.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Omar Alghabra, Canada’s Special Envoy for Syria, will visit Egypt, Jordan and Lebanon from February 22 to 27, 2025, to consult with a range of stakeholders, including government officials, subject matter experts, regional actors and international partners, on promoting inclusive governance and the protection of human rights in Syria.

Global Affairs Canada2025-02-22T19:43:24-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/02/joint-statement-on-syria.html

Statement by the Governments of France, Syria, Bahrain, Canada, Egypt, Germany, Greece, Iraq, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Türkiye, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, the European Union, the United Nations Special Envoy for Syria, the Secretary General of the League of Arab States and the Secretary General of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf.

Global Affairs Canada2025-02-14T10:30:24-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/02/parliamentary-secretary-oliphant-to-travel-to-france-and-lebanon-to-discuss-situation-in-middle-east.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Rob Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will visit Paris, France from February 3 and 4, 2025, and Beirut, Lebanon from February 5 to 6, 2025.

Global Affairs Canada2025-02-03T14:11:46-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2025/01/minister-hussen-announces-humanitarian-assistance-for-syria-following-visit-to-middle-east.html

Canada continues to be deeply concerned by the dire humanitarian situation in Syria. The Syrian peoples’ needs have reached unprecedented levels after 13 years of crisis, with over 16 million people, almost 70% of the country’s population, urgently requiring assistance.

Global Affairs Canada2025-01-13T09:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/12/statement-on-the-situation-in-syria.html

Canada welcomes the end of the Assad regime in Syria, a regime that has inflicted decades of suffering on its own people. This event marks a significant turning point for the Syrian people, who have endured unimaginable hardship under the rule of Bashar al-Assad and his father, Hafez al-Assad.

Global Affairs Canada2024-12-08T17:02:19-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/10/joint-statement-by-ministers-of-the-global-coalition-to-defeat-daesh.html

The text of the following statement was released by the Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat Daesh

Global Affairs Canada2024-10-01T17:21:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/05/canada-reiterates-its-commitment-to-people-of-syria-amid-ongoing-crisis.html

March 2024 marked 13 years of the Syrian crisis, and humanitarian needs have reached unprecedented levels. Over 16 million people, approximately 70% of the country’s population, urgently require assistance. Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon and Türkiye collectively host more than 6.8 million Syrian refugees.

Global Affairs Canada2024-05-27T16:59:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/05/canada-repatriates-6-canadian-children-from-northeastern-syria.html

Global Affairs Canada today issued the following statement:“Canada remains committed to taking every possible step to ensure the safety and security of Canadians both at home and abroad.“The Government of Canada has taken extraordinary measures to repatriate 6 Canadian children from northeastern Syria.

Global Affairs Canada2024-05-07T08:35:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/02/statement-on-release-of-organisation-for-the-prohibition-of-chemical-weapons-report-on-chemical-attacks-in-syria.html

Global Affairs Canada today issued the following statement on the release of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) report on the chemical weapons attack on Marea, Syria, in September 2015.

Global Affairs Canada2024-02-26T10:00:05-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/11/joint-statement-by-canada-and-the-kingdom-of-the-netherlands-welcoming-the-provisional-measures-ordered-by-the-international-court-of-justice-for-s.html

“Since at least 2011, countless victims in Syria have been tortured, murdered, sexually assaulted, and forcibly disappeared. Twelve years on, these heinous human rights violations persist. Today, the International Court of Justice recognized the urgency of the situation and the irreparable harm caused by Syria’s recurring use of torture and other ill-treatment against its people..."

Global Affairs Canada2023-11-16T16:02:04-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/10/joint-statement-by-canada-and-the-netherlands-on-the-provisional-measures-hearing-on-syria-at-the-international-court-of-justice.html

Joint Statement by Canada and the Netherlands on the Syria Provisional Measures Hearing at the International Court of Justice

Global Affairs Canada2023-10-10T10:38:36-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/08/statement-on-tenth-anniversary-of-chemical-weapons-attack-in-ghouta-district-of-damascus-syria.html

“Today, Canada remembers the victims of the chemical weapons attack launched by the Assad regime in the Ghouta district of Damascus, Syria. More than 1,000 people were killed, many of them children, as a result of Syria’s use of the lethal nerve agent sarin.

Global Affairs Canada2023-08-21T10:20:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/07/joint-statement-by-canada-and-the-kingdom-of-the-netherlands-on-the-postponement-of-provisional-measures-hearings-at-the-international-court-of-jus.html

Canada and the Netherlands regret that the 19 and 20 July 2023 hearings before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) regarding their request for provisional measures to halt Syria’s ongoing acts of torture and other cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment or punishment has been postponed by three months at Syria’s request.

Global Affairs Canada2023-07-20T13:08:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/07/government-of-canada-repatriates-canadians-from-northeastern-syria.html

“Today, Canada has again taken extraordinary steps to repatriate the remaining 2 Canadian women and 3 children identified in the Bring Our Loved Ones Home litigation..."

Global Affairs Canada2023-07-06T16:33:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/06/canada-continues-its-support-of-palestinian-refugees.html

Providing humanitarian assistance and responding to the needs of Palestinian refugees is part of the path toward peace and prosperity in the Middle East. Canada is committed to meeting the basic needs of the poorest and most vulnerable among this population.

Global Affairs Canada2023-06-26T17:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/06/canada-reaffirms-support-for-people-of-syria.html

The Syrian crisis continues to affect millions of people in Syria and neighbouring countries. Iraq, Jordan and Lebanon, as well as Egypt and Türkiye, now host more than 6.8 million Syrian refugees. Canada continues to actively engage in the region and is committed to continuing its work with the international community and with Syrians to put an end to this crisis through a sustainable political solution.

Global Affairs Canada2023-06-15T09:05:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/06/backgrounder-canada-announces-funding-for-humanitarian-and-development-assistance-for-those-affected-by-conflict-in-syria.html

Canada will provide $178.29 million in funding for humanitarian assistance to Syria and the region in 2023.

Global Affairs Canada2023-06-15T09:00:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/06/joint-statement-by-canada-and-the-kingdom-of-the-netherlands-on-instituting-proceedings-at-international-court-of-justice-to-hold-syria-to-account-.html

“Today, Canada and the Kingdom of the Netherlands have started legal proceedings at the International Court of Justice to hold Syria accountable for torture and cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment and punishment of its own people. Since 2011, Syrians have been tortured, murdered, sexually assaulted, forcibly disappeared and subjected to chemical weapon attacks on a mass scale. Twelve years on, human rights violations at the hands of the Syrian regime persist.

Global Affairs Canada2023-06-12T10:30:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/06/filing-of-application-at-the-icj.html

Canada has supported accountability and transitional justice initiatives that aim to hold the Assad regime and other parties in the conflict accountable for the countless human rights violations it has inflicted on the Syrian people since at least 2011.

Global Affairs Canada2023-06-12T10:30:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/06/parliamentary-secretary-oliphant-to-attend-the-ministerial-meeting-of-the-global-coalition-against-daesh.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced today that the Honourable Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will attend the annual ministerial meeting of the Global Coalition against Daesh on June 8, 2023, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Global Affairs Canada2023-06-07T09:00:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/05/statement-in-response-to-federal-court-of-appeal-decision-in-bring-our-loved-ones-home-litigation.html

Today, the Federal Court of Appeal rendered a decision following the appeal by the Government of Canada in the Bring Our Loved Ones Home litigation.

Global Affairs Canada2023-06-01T08:21:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/04/government-of-canada-repatriates-canadians-from-northeastern-syria.html

Around the world, like-minded countries are taking steps to repatriate their respective citizens from northeastern Syria.

Global Affairs Canada2023-04-06T10:44:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/02/canada-provides-new-humanitarian-assistance-in-response-to-earthquakes-in-turkiye-and-syria.html

As the situation on the ground in Türkiye and Syria continues to be critical, the urgent, immediate needs of communities affected by the recent earthquakes are becoming clearer.

Global Affairs Canada2023-02-24T11:21:27-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/02/canada-to-match-up-to-10-million-in-donations-from-canadians-in-response-to-earthquakes-in-turkiye-and-syria.html

Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, announced that Canada will match donations to the Canadian Red Cross Earthquake in Türkiye and Syria Appeal. Every donation made by individuals to the Canadian Red Cross between February 6 and 22, 2023, will be matched, up to a maximum of $10 million.

Global Affairs Canada2023-02-08T11:51:06-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/02/canada-provides-humanitarian-assistance-in-response-to-earthquakes-in-turkiye-and-syria.html

Powerful earthquakes struck Türkiye and Syria on Monday, causing the death of thousands of people and destroying homes, roads, health facilities and other critical infrastructure. To support the international response to this emergency, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, announced that Canada is providing $10 million in humanitarian assistance. This contribution will help support emergency medical services and provide shelter, food and other essential items.

Global Affairs Canada2023-02-07T14:35:24-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/01/statement-on-organisation-for-the-prohibition-of-chemical-weapons-report-on-assad-regimes-chemical-weapons-attack-on-douma-in-2018.html

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement on the release of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) report on the chemical weapons attack on Douma, Syria, in April 2018:

Global Affairs Canada2023-01-28T08:58:29-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/07/canada-welcomes-renewal-of-syrian-cross-border-mechanism.html

Canada welcomes the UN Security Council’s authorization for the use of the Bab al-Hawa border crossing in northwest Syria for six months. The Syrian cross-border mechanism is a vital tool that helps provide life-saving humanitarian aid, including food and medical supplies, to approximately 2.4 million Syrians each month in hard-to-reach areas.

Global Affairs Canada2022-07-12T15:25:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/05/canadas-stabilization-projects-in-the-middle-east-africa-and-central-asia.html

On May 11, 2022, Global Affairs Canada announced $46.5 million in funding for 15 projects in the Middle East, Central Asia and Africa. These projects, funded through the Peace and Stabilization Operations Program and the Counter-Terrorism Capacity Building Program, are aligned with the civilian lines of effort of the Global Coalition against Daesh.

Global Affairs Canada2022-05-12T11:43:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/05/canada-reaffirms-support-for-people-of-syria.html

The Syrian crisis continues to affect millions of people in Syria and neighbouring countries. Canada thanks Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, as well as Egypt and Turkey, for their generous support in hosting so many Syrian refugees. Canada is committed to continuing its work with the international community and Syrians to put an end to this crisis through a sustainable political solution.

Global Affairs Canada2022-05-10T09:36:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/05/backgrounder-canada-announces-funding-for-humanitarian-and-development-assistance-for-those-affected-by-conflict-in-syria.html

Canada will provide $169.15 million in funding for humanitarian assistance to Syria and the region in 2022. Working through partners, including UN agencies, non-governmental organizations and the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, Canada ensures that the specific needs and priorities of vulnerable and marginalized individuals and groups are addressed. In line with its commitment to the Grand Bargain for humanitarian assistance, Canada continues to provide multi-year and flexible funding, including regional funding, to trusted partners to ensure that partners can continue to meet needs as the situation evolves.

Global Affairs Canada2022-05-10T09:35:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/news/2021/11/government-of-canada-announces-adjustments-to-canadas-border-measures.html

The Government of Canada will adjust some of Canada’s border measures beginning on Nov. 30 to include additional COVID-19 vaccines accepted for entry to Canada and changes to certain exemptions, testing and ArriveCAN requirements.

Public Health Agency of Canada2022-02-04T10:31:23-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/07/canada-welcomes-renewal-of-cross-border-humanitarian-assistance-for-syria.html

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, today released the following statement: “Canada welcomes the renewal of the vital Syrian cross-border mechanism for 12 months. The continuation of this mechanism will allow aid to keep flowing to the 3.4 million Syrians in the northwest of Syria who depend on it.

Global Affairs Canada2021-07-09T21:17:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/06/minister-of-foreign-affairs-to-travel-to-italy-middle-east-and-lithuania.html

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that he will be travelling to Italy, the Middle East, and Lithuania from June 27 to July 8.

Global Affairs Canada2021-06-23T14:31:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/05/statement-on-syrias-upcoming-presidential-elections.html

Canada denounces Syria’s decision to hold presidential elections tomorrow, May 26, amidst ongoing human rights abuses and grave violations of international law perpetrated by the Assad regime.

Global Affairs Canada2021-05-25T22:57:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/04/statement-by-minister-of-foreign-affairs-on-the-conclusion-of-the-conference-of-the-states-parties-to-the-chemical-weapons-convention.html

Canada is pleased that the Conference of the States Parties to the Chemical Weapons Convention adopted the draft decision entitled “Addressing the Possession and Use of Chemical Weapons in the Syrian Arab Republic.” This decision underscores the international community’s commitment to hold Syria to account for its possession and use of chemical weapons. The victims of the Syrian regime’s war crimes deserve to see those responsible held accountable for their heinous actions.

Global Affairs Canada2021-04-21T19:12:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/04/statement-fromminister-garneauto-announce-the-cancellation-of-export-permits-to-turkey.html

Last fall, in line with our robust export control regime, the Government of Canada suspended export permits for military goods and technology to Turkey pending the results of an investigation into allegations that Canadian technology was being used by Azerbaijan in the military conflict in Nagorno-Karabakh.

Global Affairs Canada2021-04-12T13:59:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/03/minister-garneau-announces-funding-for-stabilization-projects-in-iraq-and-syria-at-meeting-of-global-coalition-against-daesh.html

The Government of Canada recognizes the importance of supporting the stability and security of the Middle East region. Canada continues to support the peace and stabilization efforts of the Global Coalition against Daesh and the Global Coalition’s regional partners in Iraq and Syria.

Global Affairs Canada2021-03-30T16:18:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/03/canadas-stabilization-projects-in-iraq-and-syria.html

On March 30, 2021, the Government of Canada announced more than $43.6 million in funding for 11 stabilization projects in Iraq and Syria. These projects, funded through the Peace and Stabilization Operations Program, are aligned with the Global Coalition against Daesh’s stabilization efforts in these countries. Since 2016, Canada has committed up to $3.5 billion through its Middle East engagement strategy to respond to the crises in Iraq and Syria and address the impact theyhave had on the region.

Global Affairs Canada2021-03-30T16:18:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/03/canada-announces-new-funds-to-assist-millions-of-syrians.html

A decade of war has resulted in a devastating humanitarian crisis, leading to the dire suffering of millions of people in Syria and neighbouring countries. The COVID-19 pandemic has only magnified their hardship.

Global Affairs Canada2021-03-31T17:31:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/03/backgrounder---canada-announces-new-commitment-for-syrians.html

Canada has consistently supported the United Nations in working toward an inclusive intra-Syrian political solution, as laid out in UN Security Council Resolution 2254. An inclusive political transition is only possible through the meaningful participation of all Syrians, including women. Canada is a vigorous advocate for the inclusion of women in politics, negotiations and conflict resolution. Canadian officials have continued to support the women, peace and security agenda in all engagement with Syrian stakeholders.

Global Affairs Canada2021-03-30T08:36:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/03/statement-by-minister-of-foreign-affairs-and-minister-of-international-development-to-mark-10-years-since-the-peaceful-protests-in-syria.html

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, today issued the following statement: “Ten years ago, Syrians peacefully stood up to demand change and a better future for their children. Their bravery was brutally repressed, and in the decade that followed, Syrians repeatedly suffered human rights violations, war crimes and crimes against humanity. The Assad regime has engaged in torture, forced disappearances, extrajudicial killings and the use of chemical weapons. The regime and its enablers—notably Russia—have also deliberately attacked civilian targets, including hospitals and schools.

Global Affairs Canada2021-03-15T12:38:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/03/joint-statement-of-canada-and-the-kingdom-of-the-netherlands-regarding-their-cooperation-in-holding-syria-to-account.html

10 years after the protests in Syria and their subsequent violent repression, gross human rights violations persist to this day. Syrians have been tortured, murdered, forcibly disappeared, and subjected to chemical weapon attacks.

Global Affairs Canada2021-03-12T09:10:26-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/03/backgrounderjoint-statement-of-canada-and-the-kingdom-of-the-netherlands-regarding-their-cooperation-in-holding-syria-to-account.html

Canada has supported accountability and transitional justice initiatives that aim to hold the Assad regime and other parties in the conflict accountable for the countless human rights violations it has inflicted on the Syrian people since at least 2011.

Global Affairs Canada2021-03-12T07:57:12-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/03/minister-of-foreign-affairs-takes-action-on-syrias-human-rights-violations.html

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada has requested formal negotiations, under the United Nations Convention Against Torture, to hold Syria accountable for the countless human rights violations it has inflicted on the Syrian people since 2011. These violations formed the basis of a similar request by the Netherlands in September 2020 and have been well documented by the UN Human Rights Council’s Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Syrian Arab Republic, among others.

Global Affairs Canada2021-03-04T13:01:20-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/02/canada-launches-global-campaign-to-address-education-crisis-for-refugees-and-internally-displaced-children-and-youth.html

The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the education of 9 out of 10 learners worldwide, millions of them children living in countries facing a humanitarian crisis. The impacts are particularly severe for refugees and other forcibly displaced children and youth, especially girls, who are most at risk of being left behind.

Global Affairs Canada2021-02-08T10:00:35-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2021/02/refugee-education-council-members.html

As part of the Together for Learning campaign, the Refugee Education Council was created in consultation with the Canadian International Education Policy Working Group and will be hosted by World Vision Canada.

Global Affairs Canada2021-02-08T10:00:21-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/12/canada-continues-its-support-of-palestinian-refugees.html

Providing humanitarian assistance and responding to the needs of Palestinian refugees is part of the path toward peace and prosperity in the Middle East. That is why Canada is committed to meeting the basic needs of the poorest and most vulnerable among this population.

Global Affairs Canada2020-12-21T12:00:41-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/12/backgrounder---canadas-support-for-palestinian-refugees.html

Canada has announced funding of up to $90 million over 3 years for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA).

Global Affairs Canada2020-12-21T11:59:41-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/10/statement-by-minister-of-foreign-affairs-on-the-repatriation-of-a-canadian-child-orphaned-in-northeastern-syria0.html

The Honourable Francois-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “I am pleased that this Canadian child orphaned in Syria will soon be united with extended family in Canada.”

Global Affairs Canada2020-10-05T09:31:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/06/canada-reaffirms-support-for-people-of-syria.html

The Syrian crisis continues to affect millions of people in Syria and neighbouring countries. Canada thanks Lebanon, Jordan and Iraq, as well as Turkey and Egypt, for their generous support in hosting so many Syrian refugees. Canada is committed to continuing its work with the international community and Syrians to put an end to the conflict through a sustainable political solution.

Global Affairs Canada2020-06-30T10:50:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/06/canada-announces-assistance-for-those-affected-by-conflict-in-syria.html

Canada is working with experienced humanitarian partners to provide gender-responsive life-saving assistance to millions of people in Syria, Lebanon, Jordan and Iraq.

Global Affairs Canada2020-06-30T10:50:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/04/statement-by-minister-of-foreign-affairs-on-release-of-report-by-organisation-for-the-prohibition-of-chemical-weapons-on-chemical-attacks-in-syria.html

“On April 8, the Investigation and Identification Team of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons [OPCW] released its first report. In the report, the team identifies the Syrian Arab Air Force as the perpetrator of several chemical weapon attacks carried out in Syria in March 2017. The overwhelming majority of victims of these attacks were civilians.”

Global Affairs Canada2020-04-10T14:34:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2020/02/canada-strongly-condemns-targeting-of-civilians-in-northwestern-syria.html

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, today issued the following statement: “Canada condemns in the strongest terms the deliberate attacks targeting civilians, schools, medical personnel and health-care facilities now occurring in Idlib, Syria. These ongoing attacks on innocent civilians by the Syrian regime, its supporters and foreign facilitators must end. The violence has had a disastrous impact on civilians, killing more than 298 since January 1, 2020, and displacing almost 950,000 since December 1, 2019.

Global Affairs Canada2020-02-27T20:37:56-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2019/12/canada-deeply-concerned-with-veto-on-humanitarian-assistance-in-syria.html

"Canada is deeply disappointed by the veto of a UN resolution to continue vital cross-border humanitarian aid to Syria by Russia and China. This decision will prevent millions of Syrians from receiving aid they urgently require."

Global Affairs Canada2019-12-22T13:04:50-05:00