The Government of Canada’s International Assistance 2019-2020
In 2019–2020, we provided development, humanitarian, and peace and security assistance globally. This is how we did it.
Highlights
$6.3 billion spent on International Assistance in 2019-2020
390,798 women and girls received sexual and reproductive health services
Canada’s response to Cyclone Idai helped provide 68,469 people with clean water
This report at a glance:
- Overview of Canada’s Federal International Assistance in 2019–2020
- Canada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy
- Key Performance Indicators
- Canada’s Signature Initiatives
- Examples of Canada’s Major International Assistance Commitments
- The Government of Canada’s International Assistance Around the World
Action areas
Gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls
Gender equality is fundamental to human rights, eradicating poverty, and achieving sustainable development and peace.
Human dignity
Human dignity is central to human rights for those who experience vulnerability, poverty or are affected by crisis.
Growth that works for everyone
Sustainable and inclusive economic development in the poorest countries benefits all nations.
Environment and climate action
Canada supports clean tech, renewable energy, climate-smart agriculture, watershed management & climate resilience.
Inclusive governance
Canada fosters inclusive governance to ensure access to institutions, policies, and services for all.
Peace and security
Canada supports peace and security globally - for the safety of individuals and to assure sustainable development.
Canada’s approach and partnerships in international assistance
Feminist International Assistance Policy
Promoting gender equality and empowering women and girls will eradicate poverty and build a more peaceful, inclusive and prosperous world.
Canada’s Partners
Our partnerships provide what’s needed to deliver our international assistance and support our partner countries.
Engagement with International financial institutions
Our engagement with the World Bank Group, the International Monetary Fund, and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development.
Sustainable Development Goals
The UN’s 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development is essential to Canada’s approach to international assistance.
Canada's innovative approach
Canada commits to improving the effectiveness of its international assistance, making it more flexible and integrated.
Disbursements by Organization
The Government of Canada’s International Assistance and Official Development Assistance Disbursements by Organization.
Federal organizations
抖淫视频 is the lead federal department for Canada’s international assistance. Find other departments who participated.
Legislative requirements
Canada’s legislative requirements and key financial concepts, International Assistance Envelope allocations and disbursements.
Success stories
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