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Emergency Disaster Assistance Fund

The Emergency Disaster Assistance Fund (EDAF) is a draw-down fund administered by the Canadian Red Cross Society that allows for immediate Canadian support to International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) emergency operations in response to sudden-onset small- and medium-scale humanitarian situations, including natural disasters, non-recurrent health epidemics, and conflicts. The EDAF increases the effectiveness and timeliness of assistance to crisis-affected people.

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DateCountryDisasterEDAF Contribution
2024-02ColombiaDrought

Colombia – Drought

On February 10, 2024 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Colombian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 8,600 people. The operation will focus on the provision of water, sanitation, hygiene, health services as well as the distribution of multipurpose cash.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Colombia - Drought.

2024-02Democratic Republic of CongoFloods

Democratic Republic of Congo – Floods

On January 23, 2024 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Democratic Republic of Congo Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 12,000 people. The operation will focus on the provision of water, sanitation, hygiene as well as healthcare activities and emergency shelters.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Democratic Republic of Congo - Flood.

2024-01South AfricaFloods

South Africa – Floods

On January 27, 2024, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the South African Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 2,500 people. The operation will focus on the provision of water, sanitation, hygiene, health, protection services as well as the distribution of multi-purpose cash and provision of emergency shelters.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: South Africa - Floods

2024-01Sri LankaFloods

Sri Lanka – Floods

On January 24, 2024, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Sri Lankan Red Cross Society in providing additional assistance to approximately 92,250 people. The operation will focus on providing cash and voucher assistance, emergency shelters, water, sanitation, hygiene, health and protection services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to Sri Lanka Floods

2024-01ZambiaCholera Outbreak

Zambia – Cholera Outbreak

On January 10, 2024 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Zambia Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 3.5 million people. The operation will focus on the provision of water, sanitation, hygiene, protection services as well as health and care activities.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Zambia - Cholera Outbreak

2024-01CongoFloods

Congo – Floods

On January 08, 2024, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Congo Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 16,000 people. The operation will focus on the provision of water, sanitation, hygiene, protection services as well as health and care activities.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Congo - Floods

2023-12MaliDengue Outbreak

Mali – Dengue Outbreak

On December 15, 2023 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Mali Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately over 300,000 people for three months. The operation will focus on the provision of water, sanitation and hygiene assistance, including the distribution of mosquito nets and sanitation kits, community engagement and awareness-raising as well as emergency health services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: DREF – Mali Dengue Outbreak

2023-12AngolaFloods

Angola – Floods

On December 14, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Angola Red Cross in providing immediate assistance to approximately 5,000 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of health services, shelter assistance and multipurpose cash distributions. Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Angola - Floods

2023-11TanzaniaFloods

Tanzania – Floods

On November 23, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Tanzania Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 10,090 people for 1 month. On December 7, 2023, the IFRC launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Tanzanian Red Cross Society in providing additional assistance to approximately 44,000 people for 5 months. The operation will focus on the provision of water, sanitation, and hygiene services, healthcare and emergency shelter assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Tanzania – Floods and Landslides.

2023-10South AfricaFloods

South Africa – Floods

On October 12, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the South African Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 12,500 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of water, sanitation, and hygiene services, emergency healthcare, shelter assistance and multi-purpose cash support.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: South Africa – Floods.

2023-10NepalEarthquake

Nepal – Earthquake

On October 12, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Nepal Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 7,500 people for 6 months. The operation will focus on the provision of water, sanitation, hygiene services and emergency shelters.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Nepal – Earthquake.

2023-09ArmeniaPopulation Movement

Armenia – Population Movement

On September 29, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Armenian Red Cross in providing immediate assistance to approximately 15,400 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of water, sanitation, hygiene and health services as well as shelter assistance.
Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Armenia – Population Movement.

2023-09LaosFloods

Laos – Floods

On September 18, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Lao Red Cross in providing immediate assistance to approximately 21,143 people for 6 months. The operation will focus on the provision of health services and the distribution of cash.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Laos – Floods.

2023-09LiberiaFloods

Liberia – Floods

On September 15, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Liberia National Red Cross in providing immediate assistance to approximately 8,751 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of emergency shelter and basic needs assistance, water, sanitation, hygiene and health services as well as the distribution of cash and vouchers.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Liberia – Floods.

2023-09IndonesiaDrought

Indonesia – Drought

On September 7, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Indonesia Red Cross in providing immediate assistance to approximately 45,000 people for 6 months. The operation will focus on the provision of water, sanitation, hygiene, and health services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Indonesia – Drought.

2023-09Dominican RepublicFloods

Dominican Republic – Floods

On June 19, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Dominican Red Cross in providing immediate assistance to approximately 10,000 people for 3 months. On September 5, 2023, the IFRC launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Dominican Red Cross in providing additional assistance to approximately 10,000 people for 5 months. The operation will focus on the provision of water, sanitation, hygiene and health services, shelter assistance as well as multi-purpose cash.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Dominican Republic – Floods.

2023-09MoroccoEarthquake

Morocco – Earthquake

On September 11, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Moroccan Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 5,000 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on providing water, sanitation and hygiene; health services; shelter housing and settlements; and livelihoods and basic needs.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Morocco - Earthquake.

2023-08IndiaFloods

India – Floods

On August 31, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Indian Red Cross in providing immediate assistance to approximately 40,000 people for 5 months. The operation will focus on the provision of water, sanitation and hygiene as well as shelter.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: India – Floods.

2023-08KyrgyzstanFloods

Kyrgyzstan – Floods

On August 25, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Red Crescent Society of Kyrgyzstan in providing immediate assistance to approximately 1,000 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of multipurpose cash, water, sanitation and hygiene, and health services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Kyrgyzstan – Floods.

2023-08GuineaFloods

Guinea – Floods

On August 23, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Guinea Red Cross in providing immediate assistance to approximately 14,350 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of water, sanitation and hygiene, health services, shelter as well as livelihood and basic needs.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Guinea – Floods.

2023-08MauritaniaFloods

Mauritania – Floods

On August 19, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Mauritania Red Crescent in providing immediate assistance to approximately 4,800 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of multipurpose cash, water, sanitation and hygiene, health services, and shelter.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Mauritania – Floods.

2023-08VietnamFloods

Vietnam – Floods

On August 17, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Vietnam Red Cross in providing immediate assistance to approximately 20,000 people for 6 months. The operation will focus the assistance on the provision of emergency shelter, basic needs services, multipurpose cash, water, sanitation and hygiene services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Vietnam – Floods.

2023-08PhilippinesSuper Typhoon Doksuri

Philippines – Super Typhoon Doksuri

On August 5, 2023 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Red Cross of Philippines in providing immediate assistance to approximately 36,330 people for 6 months. The operation will focus the the provision of water sanitation and hygiene, protection, housing and shelter.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Philippines: Super Typhoon Doksuri

2023-07EcuadorFlood and Earthquake

Ecuador – Floods and Earthquake

On July 4, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Ecuadorian Red Cross Society in providing additional assistance to approximately 8,850 people for 6 months. The operation will focus on the implementation of activities under shelter, health, water, sanitation, hygiene and multipurpose cash.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Ecuador – Floods and Earthquake.

2023-07SerbiaFlood

Serbia – Floods

On July 3, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Red Cross of Serbia in providing immediate assistance to approximately 8,330 people for 4 months. The operation will focus the the provision of response activities around water, sanitation, hygiene, health and emergency shelter.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Serbia – Floods.

2023-07KenyaCholera Outbreak

Kenya – Cholera Outbreak

On July 1, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Red Cross of Kenya in providing immediate assistance to approximately 2,161,160 people for 9 months. The operation will focus on the provision of water, sanitation and hygiene, risk communication and community engagement, psychological first aid, community-based surveillance, and disease control services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Kenya – Cholera Outbreak.

2023-08GeorgiaFloods

Georgia – Floods

On June 29 2023 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Georgian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 5,775 people for 4 months.  On August 2 the IFRC launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Georgian Red Cross Society in providing additional assistance to approximately 9,800 people for 6 months. The operation will focus on providing cash and voucher assistance as well as addressing psychological, health and hygiene risks.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to Georgia Floods Updates

2023-06Dominican RepublicFlood

Dominican Republic – Floods

On June 19, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Dominican Red Cross in providing immediate assistance to approximately 10,000 people for 3 months. On September 5, the IFRC launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Dominican Red Cross in providing additional assistance to approximately 10,000 people for 5 months. The operation will focus on the provision of water, sanitation, hygiene, health services, shelter as well as the distribution of multipurpose cash.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Dominican Republic – Floods.

2023-06ArmeniaFlood

Armenia – Floods

On June 30, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Armenia Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 2,390 people for 3 months. The operation will address immediate livelihood needs through the provision of cash, voucher assistance and water, sanitation and hygiene activities.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Armenia – Floods.

2023-05GeorgiaFlood

Georgia – Flash Floods

On June 30, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Georgia Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 5,775 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on providing rapid emergency assistance through the provision of cash and voucher assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Georgia – Flash Floods.

2023-06HaitiFlood

Haiti – Floods

On June 20, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Haitian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 12,500 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of health, water, sanitation, hygiene and shelter services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to:
Haiti – Floods .

2023-06Democratic Republic of CongoFlood

Democratic Republic of Congo – Flood South Kivu/Kalehe

On May 22, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Rwanda Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 34,600 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on emergency assistance including health, shelter, psychosocial support, cash transfers, water, sanitation and hygiene services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to:
Democratic Republic of Congo – Flood South Kivu/Kalehe.

2023-06BeninPopulation Movement

Benin – Population Movement

On May 24, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Beninese Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 6,000 people for 5 months. The operation will focus on the provision of protection, livelihoods, basic needs, water, sanitation and health services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to:
Benin – Population Movement.

2023-06YemenFlood

Yemen – Floods

On May 28, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Yemeni Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 24,500 people for 6 months. The operation will focus on the provision of emergency shelter, water, sanitation and health services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to:
Yemen – Floods.

2023-05BangladeshCyclone Mocha

Bangladesh – Cyclone Mocha

On May 17, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 30,000 people for 6 months. The operation will focus on provision of livelihoods and basic needs, Shelter, Health, WASH, and multi-purpose cash grants.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Bangladesh – Cyclone Mocha.

2023-05MyanmarCyclone Mocha

Myanmar – Cyclone Mocha

On May 17, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Myanmar Red Cross in providing immediate assistance to approximately 37,500 people for a year. The operation will focus on the provision of basic needs, shelter, health as well as water, hygiene and sanitation services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Myanmar – Cyclone Mocha.

2023-05Central African RepublicPopulation Movement from Sudan

Central African Republic – Population Movement from Sudan

On May 17, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Central African Republic Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 10,000 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of essential humanitarian items and services to the displaced population coming from Sudan.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Central African Republic – Population Movement from Sudan.

2023-05RwandaFloods and Landslides

Rwanda – Floods and Landslides

On May 15, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Rwanda Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 49,485 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on health, protection, shelter, water, sanitation and hygiene services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Rwanda – Floods and Landslides.

2023-05EthiopiaPopulation Movement from Sudan

Ethiopia – Population Movement from Sudan

On May 5, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Ethiopian Red Cross in providing immediate assistance to approximately 15,000 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of health, protection, shelter and water, sanitation and hygiene services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Ethiopia – Population Movement from Sudan.

2023-05MalawiTropical Storm Freddy Floods

Malawi – Tropical Storm Freddy Floods

On March 17, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Malawi Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to 160,000 people for 9 months. The operation will focus on immediate needs of the most vulnerable families: providing emergency shelter assistance, essential household items, and basic needs assistance in form of food security, enhancing household livelihoods security, cash grants to most vulnerable people.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Malawi – Tropical Storm Freddy Floods.

2023-05ZambiaCholera Outbreak

Zambia – Cholera Outbreak

On February 2, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Zambia Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 3,922,364 people for 5 months. The operation will focus on access to safe water and sanitation, prevention through risk communication and community engagement, hygiene promotion, training of volunteers.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Zambia – Cholera Outbreak.

2023-05South SudanPopulation Movement from Sudan

South Sudan – Population Movement from Sudan

On May 8, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the South Sudan Red Cross in providing immediate assistance to approximately 24,000 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of health, protection, shelter and water, sanitation and hygiene services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: South Sudan - Population Movement from Sudan.
2023-04/td>ChadPopulation Movement from Sudan

Chad – Population Movement from Sudan

On April 26, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Chadian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to affected people by the violence in Sudan for 2 months. The operation will focus on conducting a rapid assessment mission in the provinces of Ouaddaï and Sila where the mass influxes of people from Sudan are recorded, while ensuring monitoring and surveillance as well as readiness of CRC branches on all the entry points of Ouaddaï, Sila, Ennedi-Est and Salamat. Immediate first aid will also be provided.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Chad - Population Movement from Sudan.
2023-04/td>EcuadorFloods and Earthquake

Ecuador - Floods and Earthquake

On April 6, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Ecuador Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to affected people by floods and earthquake for 2 months. The operation will help conduct a needs assessment, with a multi-sectoral approach, to support the response of the national society.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Ecuador - Floods and Earthquake.
2023-04/td>KenyaFloods

Kenya – Floods

On April 5, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Kenyan Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 15,000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of WASH, emergency shelters, health services, community engagement and protection.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Kenya - Floods.
2023-04SudanInternal conflict

Sudan – Internal conflict

On April 20 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Sudanese Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 70,000 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on immediate relief and first aid assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Sudan Operational Update.
2023-03VanuatuTropical Cyclone Judy and Kevin

Vanuatu – Tropical Cyclone Judy and Kevin

On March 8, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Vanuatu Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 20,000 people for 9 months. The operation will focus on safe water and sanitation, essential household items, medical supplies, emergency shelters but also psychological support to household displaced and affected by the double cyclones.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Vanuatu – Tropical Cyclone Judy and Kevin.

2023-03MozambiqueTropical Cyclone Freddy

Mozambique – Tropical Cyclone Freddy

On 23 February 2023 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Mozambique Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 60,000 people for three months. The operation will focus on the provision of food, safe water and sanitation services, and emergency healthcare.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Mozambique – Floods and Tropical Cyclone Freddy (PDF, 22 pages, 2.13 MB).

2023-01MalawiCholera

Malawi – Cholera

On January 23, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Malawi Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to over 2,000,000 people for 12 months. The operation will focus on the provision of case management, prevention and control, scale up of health promotion, improve the availability of safe water, sanitation and hygiene facilities, improve risk Communication and Community Engagement, and support the establishment of Cholera Treatment Units in hotspot areas.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Malawi – Cholera Response.

2023-01Republic of the CongoFloods

Republic of the Congo – Floods

On January 10, 2023, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Republic of the Congo Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 15,000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of life-saving support through essential household items, unconditional multi-purpose cash, psychosocial support and awareness-raising on water-borne diseases, emergency first aid, hygiene promotion and environmental sanitation.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Republic of Congo – Floods.

2022-12MalawiCholera Outbreak

Malawi – Cholera Outbreak

On December 22, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) expanded and extended an ongoing emergency relief operation to support the Malawi Red Cross Society in providing assistance to approximately 840,000 people for a total of 7 months. The revised operation will focus on treating and preventing the spread of cholera through training and material support for health facilities, improved access to safe water and sanitation, and increased community awareness of cholera risks and prevention strategies.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Malawi – Cholera Outbreak.

2022-12South AfricaGauteng and Northwest Floods

South Africa – Gauteng and Northwest Floods

On December 29, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the South Africa Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 6,500 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of multi-purpose cash grants to allow most vulnerable flood-affected households to address their basic needs, as well as on improving affected community awareness of health, water, and sanitation issues related to flooding.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: South Africa – Floods.

2022-12Democratic Republic of the CongoFloods in Kinshasa

Democratic Republic of the Congo – Floods in Kinshasa

On December 28, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Democratic Republic (DR) of the Congo Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 9,000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of life-saving assistance to 1,500 affected households through multi-use cash support, first aid, psychosocial services, water, sanitation and hygiene, non-food items, and shelter support.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Democratic Republic of the Congo – Floods in Kinshasa.

2022-12MalaysiaFloods

Malaysia – Floods

On December 25, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Malaysian Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 10,000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of emergency water, sanitation and hygiene services, cash assistance and health services to people most affected by the floods.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Malaysia – Floods.

2022-11CameroonCholera and Monkeypox Outbreak

Cameroon – Cholera and Monkeypox Outbreak

On November 30, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Cameroon Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 1,380,379 people for 5 months. The operation will focus on providing community health services, WASH, and protection assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to Cameroon – Cholera and Monkeypox.

2022-11IndonesiaEarthquake

Indonesia – Earthquake

On November 28, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Indonesian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 25,900 people for 6 months. The operation will focus on the provision of safe drinking water, emergency shelter, and health services to people most affected by the earthquake.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Disaster Response Emergency Fund Operation: Indonesia – Cianjur Earthquake.

2022-08Sri LankaExtreme Weather

Sri Lanka – Extreme Weather

On August 17, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to 10,000 people for four months. On November 21, 2022, the IFRC launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society in providing additional assistance to approximately 50,000 people for six months. The operation will focus on the provision of multi-purpose cash assistance, health, protection, shelter and water, sanitation and hygiene.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Updated Emergency Plan of Action: Sri Lanka – Extreme Weather.

2022-11Saint LuciaFlash Floods

Saint Lucia – Flash Floods

On November 18, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Saint Lucia Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 1000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of non-food items (such as mattresses and mosquito nets), water and sanitation services, psychosocial supports, and emergency cash to meet basic needs.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Saint Lucia – Flash Floods.

2022-11NepalEarthquake

Nepal – Earthquake

On November 17, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Nepal Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 11,000 people for 6 months. The operation will focus on the provision of safe drinking water, emergency shelter, and health services to people most affected by the earthquake.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Disaster Response Emergency Fund Operation: Nepal – Far Western Earthquake Response.

2022-11PhilippinesSevere Tropical Storm Paeng (Nalgae)

Philippines – Severe Tropical Storm Paeng (Nalgae)

On November 11, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Philippines Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 32,500 people for 6 months. The operation will focus on the provision of emergency shelter, livelihood and basic needs and health services, including psychosocial support, to people most affected by the severe tropical storm.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Disaster Response Emergency Fund Operation: Philippines – Severe Tropical Storm Paeng (Nalgae) 2022.

2022-11BelizeTropical Storm Lisa

Belize – Tropical Storm Lisa

On November 11, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Belize Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 5,000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on provision of multi-purpose cash assistance, water and sanitation, shelter and health services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Belize – Tropical Storm Lisa.

2022-11TogoFloods

Togo – Floods

On November 1, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Togolese Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 16,340 people for five months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter assistance, health services and multi-purpose cash transfers to flood-affected populations.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Disaster Response Emergency Fund Operation: Togo – Floods.

2022-10VenezuelaFloods

Venezuela – Floods

On October 21, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Venezuelan Red Cross in providing immediate assistance to 7,000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on providing non-food items, health, psychosocial, and water, sanitation and hygiene support.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Venezuela – Floods.

2022-07ColombiaFloods

Colombia – Floods

On 19 July 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Colombian Red Cross Society (CRCS) in providing immediate assistance to 8,000 people for three months. On 17 October 2022, the IFC launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Colombian Red Cross Society in providing assistance to 21,940 people for an additional 3 months. The operation will focus on water, sanitation, hygiene and nutritional support.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Colombia – Floods.

2022-10VietnamMonsoon Storms and Floods

Vietnam – Monsoon Storms and Floods

On October 26, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Vietnam Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 50,000 people for six months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter assistance, and multi-purpose cash grants.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Disaster Response Emergency Fund Operation: Vietnam Monsoon Storms and Floods.

2022-10Costa RicaFlooding

Costa Rica – Flooding

On October 25, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Costa Rica Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 11,500 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on program to support the restoration of livelihoods, provision of water, sanitation and hygiene promotion services (WASH), such as distribution of water filters and reservoirs and hygiene promotion campaigns.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Costa Rica – Floods (PDF, 17 pages, 753 KB).

2022-10El SalvadorTropical Storm Julia

El Salvador – Tropical Storm Julia

On October 25, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the El Salvador Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 3,500 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter supplies, water filters, disease prevention kits, and educational materials to prevent the spread of water-borne diseases.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: El Salvador – Tropical Storm Julia (PDF, 22 pages, 741 KB).

2022-10GuatemalaTropical Storm Julia

Guatemala – Tropical Storm Julia

On October 21, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Guatemalan Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 5,000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on activities in the areas of shelter, health, water, sanitation, and hygiene promotion.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Guatemala – Tropical Storm Julia (PDF, 24 pages, 1 MB).

2022-10Central African RepublicFloods

Central African Republic – Floods

On October 20, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Central African Republic Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to 9,690 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on health, protection, shelter and water, sanitation and hygiene. Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Disaster Response Emergency Fund (DREF) Operation: Central African Republic – Floods (PDF, 18 pages, 2 MB).

2022-10ThailandMonsoon Floods

Thailand – Monsoon Floods

On October 18, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Thailand Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 62,000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of relief kits containing food and non-food items, basic medical supplies and bottled water.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Disaster Response Emergency Fund (DREF) Operation: Thailand – Monsoon Floods (PDF, 17 pages, 6 MB).

2022-10BeninFloods

Benin – Floods

On October 17, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Benin Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 20,000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on providing shelter assistance, food, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) support and community health services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Benin – Floods (PDF, 21 pages, 1 MB).

2022-10ArmeniaPopulation Movement

Armenia – Population Movement

On October 10, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Armenian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 8,100 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of basic needs assistance, and other humanitarian services including mental health and psychosocial support services, health assistance, and hygiene promotion.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Disaster Response Emergency Fund (DREF) Operation: Armenia – Population Movement (PDF, 26 pages, 2 MB).

2022-10PhilippinesSuper Typhoon Noru (Karding)

Philippines – Super Typhoon Noru (Karding)

On October 6, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Philippine Red Cross in providing immediate assistance to 35,750 people for 6 months. The operation will focus on food, health, multi-purpose cash, protection, shelter and water, sanitation and hygiene.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Disaster Response Emergency Fund (DREF) Operation: Philippines – Super Typhoon Karding (PDF, 21 pages, 3 MB).

2022-10HondurasFloods

Honduras – Floods

On October 5, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Honduras Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 1,500 people for 3 months. The operation will support the provision of clean water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) services, healthcare, and shelter.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Honduras – Floods (PDF, 20 pages, 786 KB).

2022-09Dominican RepublicHurricane Fiona

Dominican Republic – Hurricane Fiona

On September 26, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Dominican Red Cross in providing immediate assistance to approximately 25,000 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on activities in the areas of shelter, health, water, sanitation, and hygiene promotion.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Dominican Republic – Hurricane Fiona (PDF, 25 pages, 973 KB).

2022-10CubaHurricane

Cuba – Hurricane

On October 6, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Cuba Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 25,000 people for 15 months. The operation will focus on providing healthcare, emergency shelter, roofing kits, hygiene kits, and water and sanitation (WASH) services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Appeal: Cuba – Hurricane (PDF, 7 pages, 497 KB).

2022-09UgandaEbola Virus Disease Outbreak

Uganda – Ebola Virus Disease Outbreak

On September 28, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Uganda Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 2.7 million people for 13 months. The operation will focus on preventing the spread of the Ebola Virus Disease by strengthening the healthcare response capacity in affected districts; raising awareness of appropriate prevention methods in affected communities; and, improving access to adequate clean water and sanitation services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Appeal: Uganda – Ebola Virus Disease (PDF, 8 pages, 681 KB).

2022-10KyrgyzstanBorder Conflict

Kyrgyzstan – Border Conflict

On October 3, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Kyrgyzstan Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 8,500 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on meeting the immediate basic needs of conflict-affected populations through the provision of multi-purpose cash and health and hygiene promotion.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Disaster Response Emergency Fund Operation: Kyrgyzstan – Border Conflict (PDF, 28 pages, 592 KB).

2022-06YemenSanaa Floods

Yemen – Sanaa Floods

On July 29, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Yemen Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 19,509 people for 6 months. On October 5, 2022, the IFRC launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Yemen Red Crescent Society in providing additional assistance to approximately 12,306 people within this period (a new total of 31,815 people.) The operation focuses on the shelter, non-food items, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), health and protection assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Operation Update Report: Yemen – Sanaa Floods (PDF, 16 pages, 827 KB).

2022-10SyriaCholera Outbreak

Syria – Cholera Outbreak

On October 3, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Syrian Arab Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 1.5 million people for 6 months. The operation will focus on community-based health interventions, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) promotion activities, the distribution of water purification tablets, training community volunteers on cholera prevention, surveillance for early case detection, community-based treatment and referral through health facilities.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Syria – Cholera outbreak (PDF, 20 pages, 766 KB).

2022-08Lao PDRFloods

Lao PDR – Floods

On August 24, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Lao Red Cross in providing immediate assistance to approximately 15,000 people for 4 months. On September 23, 2022, the IFRC launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Lao Red Cross in providing additional assistance to approximately 17,761 people for 6 months. The operation will provide multipurpose cash assistance and hygiene promotion support to help individuals meet their immediate food, water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), and basic needs.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Operation Update Report: Lao PDR – Floods (PDF, 13 pages, 958 KB).

2022-08Lao PDRFloods

Lao PDR – Floods

On August 24, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Lao Red Cross in providing immediate assistance to 15,000 people for four months. The operation will focus on immediate assistance through the implementation of emergency shelter, livelihoods, and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) activities.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Lao PDR – Floods (PDF, 17 pages, 1 MB).

2022-09ChadFloods

Chad – Floods

On September 12, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Chad Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 6,000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on providing shelter assistance, water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) and community health services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Chad – Floods (PDF, 25 pages, 1.2 MB).

2022-09SenegalFloods

Senegal – Floods

On September 12, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Senegalese Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 7,823 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on providing shelter assistance, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) and community health services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Senegal – Floods (PDF – 25 pages, 1.2 MB).

2022-09AlgeriaForest Wildfires

Algeria – Forest Wildfires

On September 5, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Algerian Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 6,000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of emergency shelter, livelihood and basic needs and health services, including psychosocial support, to people most affected by the wildfires.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Algeria – Forest Wildfires (PDF – 14 pages, 628 KB).

2022-09Papua New GuineaCivil Unrest

Papua New Guinea – Civil Unrest

On August 2, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Papua New Guinea Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to 7,500 people for 6 months. The operation will focus on health, protection and shelter.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Papua New Guinea – Civil Unrest (PDF – 16 pages, 694 KB).

2022-08Sierra LeoneCivil Unrest

Sierra Leone - Civil Unrest

On August 25, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support The Gambia Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 1,500 people for 3 months. The operation will focus primary on the provision of basic household items and livelihood assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Sierra Leone - Civil Unrest (PDF – 1.8 MB, 19 pages).

2022-08Sri LankaExtreme Weather

Sri Lanka - Extreme Weather

On August 17, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to 10,000 people for four months. The operation will focus on multi-purpose cash assistance, health, protection, shelter and water, sanitation and hygiene.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Sri Lanka - Extreme Weather (PDF – 978 KB, 19 pages).

2022-07ColombiaFloods

Colombia - Floods

On July 19, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Colombian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to 8,000 people for three months. The operation will focus on water, sanitation, hygiene and nutritional support.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Colombia - Floods (PDF – 721 KB, 18 pages).

2022-07MauritaniaFloods

Mauritania - Floods

On July 5, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Mauritanian Red Crescent in providing immediate assistance to approximately 3,600 people for four months. The operation will focus on the provision of emergency shelter and household items, emergency cash, health services, and water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Mauritania - Floods (PDF – 1.4 MB, 20 pages).

2022-08Democratic Republic of the CongoPlague Outbreak

Democratic Republic of the Congo – Plague Outbreak

On April 28, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Democratic Republic of the Congo Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 91,738 people for 3 months. On July 29, 2022, the IFRC launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Democratic Republic of the Congo Red Cross Society in providing additional assistance to approximately 241,162 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on contract tracing, provision of health services, promotion of hygiene measures, communication and community engagement, safe and dignified burials, and support victims of gender-based violence and prevention of sexual abuse and exploitation.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Operation Update: DRC – Plague Outbreak in Ituri. (PDF, 19 pages, 944 KB)

2022-08VenezuelaFloods

Venezuela – Floods

On June 22, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Venezuelan Red Cross in providing immediate assistance to 5,000 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on shelter, health, protection and water, sanitation and hygiene support.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Venezuela – Floods. (PDF, 21 pages, 773 KB)

2022-08Burkina FasoHunger Crisis in Displaced Communities

Burkina Faso – Hunger Crisis in Displaced Communities

On June 4, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Burkinabe Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 4,200 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of health, water, sanitation, hygiene and livelihoods assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Burkina Faso – Hunger Crisis. (PDF, 20 pages, 1 MB)

2022-08-03PhilippinesAbra Earthquake

Philippines – Abra Earthquake

On August 3, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) in providing immediate assistance to 10,000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on food assistance, health, shelter, protection and water, sanitation and hygiene support.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Philippines – Tayum, Abra Earthquake.

2022-07-29YemenSanaa Floods

Yemen – Sanaa Floods

On July 29, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Yemen Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 19,509 people for 6 months. The operation will focus on the shelter, non-food items (NFIs), water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), health and protection assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Yemen – Sanaa Floods.

2022-07-22PakistanFlooding

Pakistan – Flooding

On July 22, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Pakistan Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 9,800 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of water, sanitation and hygiene services and cash assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Pakistan – Monsoon Flood.

2022-07-13Côte d'IvoireFloods

Côte d'Ivoire – Floods

On July 13, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support Côte d'Ivoire Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 4,686 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on conducting needs assessment and providing shelter assistance, support for emergency food and livelihood needs, WASH and community health services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to Emergency Plan of Action: Côte d'Ivoire – Floods.

2022-07-13GeorgiaFloods

Georgia – Floods

On July 13, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Georgia Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 3,570 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on providing basic household items with integrated health and hygiene promotion, food parcels and psychosocial support.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Georgia – Floods.

2022-07-05MauritaniaHunger Crisis

Mauritania – Hunger Crisis

On July 5, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Mauritanian Red Crescent in providing immediate assistance to approximately 4,920 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of cash and voucher assistance to meet immediate needs, as well as awareness campaigns on good nutrition practices and the distribution of enriched flour to households with children aged 6-23 months and pregnant and breastfeeding women.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Mauritania/Tagant – Hunger Crisis.

2022-07-08NepalAcute watery diarrhea outbreak

Nepal – Acute watery diarrhea outbreak

On July 8, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Nepal Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to 30,000 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on health, protection and water, sanitation and hygiene support.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Nepal – Acute Watery Diarrhea.

2022-05-30UgandaPopulation movement from Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)

Uganda – Population movement from Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)

On April 13, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Uganda Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to 4,500 people for 3 months. On May 30, 2022, the IFRC revised and extended the operation to provide additional assistance to approximately 14,500 people for 6 months. On June 27, 2022, the IFRC launched an upgraded Emergency Appeal to support the Uganda Red Cross Society in providing assistance to approximately 50,000 people for 1 year. The operation will focus on providing access to shelter, safe water and sanitation, and critical healthcare for newly arrived refugees from the DRC.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Appeal: Uganda – Population Movement from DRC.

2022-07-01DjiboutiDrought and food insecurity

Djibouti – Drought and food insecurity

On July 1, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency plan of action to support the Djibouti Red Crescent Society to respond to increasing drought-related food insecurity in the country. The operation will focus on assessing needs and building local capacity to address gaps as the food security situation deteriorates.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Djibouti – Hunger Crisis.

2022-07-07MaliFood insecurity

Mali – Food insecurity

On July 7, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Malian Red Cross in providing immediate assistance to approximately 4,800 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on providing cash assistance to at-risk groups, including to female heads of household, pregnant and breastfeeding women and unsupported internally displaced people, as well as for screening and referral services for the treatment of acute malnutrition.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Mali – Hunger Crisis.

2022-07-07IndiaAssam floods

India – Assam floods

On July 7, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Indian Red Cross Society (IRCS) in providing immediate assistance to 50,000 people for 6 months. The operation will focus on health, protection, shelter and water, sanitation and hygiene support.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action (EPoA): India - Assam Floods (PDF, 17 pages, 832.97 KB).

2022-05-25BangladeshFloods

Bangladesh – Floods

On 25 May 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS) in providing immediate assistance to 20,000 people for four months. On 24 June 2022, the IFRC launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the BDRCS in providing additional assistance to approximately 300,000 people for 12 months. The operation will focus on multi-purpose cash assistance, health, protection, shelter and water, sanitation and hygiene support.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Appeal: Bangladesh, Asia Pacific - Flood.

2022-04-13UgandaPopulation Movement from Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)

Uganda – Population Movement from Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)

On 13 April 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Uganda Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 4,500 people for three months. On 30 May 2022, the IFRC launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Uganda Red Cross Society in providing additional assistance to approximately 14,500 people for six months. The operation will focus on providing access to shelter, safe water and sanitation, and critical heathcare for newly arrived refugees from the DRC.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Uganda - Population Movement from DRC.

2021-12-20AngolaDrought

Angola – Drought

On 20 December 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency plan of action to support the Angola Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 2,500 people for three months. On 26 May 2022, the IFRC launched a revised emergency appeal to support the Angola Red Cross Society in providing additional assistance to approximately 329,000 people for twelve months. The operation will focus on the provision of multipurpose cash or vouchers to allow households to meet food and other needs, as well as support for supplemental nutrition services, safe water and sanitation, and healthcare in affected communities.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Angola - Food Insecurity Emergency Appeal.

2022-05-25BangladeshFlash Floods

Bangladesh – Flash Floods

On 25 May 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS) in providing immediate assistance to 20,000 people for four months. The operation will focus on multi-purpose cash assistance, health, protection and water, sanitation and hygiene support.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Bangladesh - Flash Flood.

2022-04-22ZambiaCholera Outbreak

Zambia – Cholera Outbreak

On 22 April 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Zambia Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 95,500 people for four months. The operation will focus on providing access to healthcare, clean water, and proper sanitation for people affected by or at-risk from cholera.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Zambia - Cholera Outbreak.

2022-04-28Central AfricaEbola Outbreak

Democratic Republic of the Congo – Ebola Outbreak

On April 28, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Democratic Republic of the Congo Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 408,265 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on Risk Communication and Community Engagement, safe and dignified burial, provision of health services, psychosocial support, and protection activities.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: DRC: Ebola Virus Disease Outbreak (PDF, 19 pages, 1.7 MB).

2022-05-10West AfricaMeasles Outbreak

Liberia – Measles Outbreak

On May 10, 2022 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Liberia Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 305,000 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on providing public health and community-based support through social mobilization activities such as health and hygiene promotion, mass vaccination campaigns, and psychosocial support.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Liberia – Measles Outbreak (PDF, 13 pages, 1.6 MB).

2022-05-09West AfricaFood Insecurity Crisis

Niger – Food Insecurity Crisis

On May 9, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Red Cross Society of Niger in providing immediate assistance to approximately 283,830 people for 24 months. The operation will focus on the provision of multipurpose cash and voucher assistance, and to support nutrition activities.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Niger – Food Insecurity Crisis (PDF, 9 pages, 1.7 MB).

2022-04-21South AfricaFlooding

South Africa - Flooding

On 21 April 2022 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the South Africa Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 30,000 people for six months. The operation will focus on the provision of emergency shelter, cash grants to help meet basic needs, safe water and sanitation, and healthcare to flood-affected populations.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: South Africa - Flooding. (PDF, 18 pages, 1.8 MB)

2022-04-19PhilippinesTropical Storm Agaton (Megi)

Philippines – Tropical Storm Agaton (Megi)

On 19 April 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) in providing immediate assistance to 20,000 people for four months. The operation will focus on food and multi-purpose cash assistance, shelter, health, protection and water, sanitation and hygiene support.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action (EPoA): Philippines - Tropical Storm Agaton (PDF, 26 pages, 1.5 MB).

2022-04-16Sri LankaCivil Unrest

Sri Lanka – Civil Unrest

On 16 April 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society (SLRCS) in providing immediate assistance to 400,000 people for five months. The operation will focus on multi-purpose cash assistance, health, shelter, protection and water, sanitation and hygiene support.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action (EPoA): Sri Lanka - Civil Unrest (PDF, 20 pages, 982 KB).

2022-04-12EcuadorEarthquake

Ecuador – Earthquake

On 12 April 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Ecuadorian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 2,500 people for three months. The operation will focus on cash assistance, food distributions and mental health and psychosocial support.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Ecuador – Earthquake. (PDF, 13 pages, 548 KB)

2022-04-13UgandaPopulation Movement from DRC

Uganda – Population Movement from DRC

On 13 April 2022 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Uganda Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 4,500 people for three months. The operation will focus on providing access to shelter, safe water and sanitation, and critical heathcare for newly arrived refugees from the DRC. Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Action Plan: Uganda - Population Movement from DRC. (PDF, 24 pages, 1.2 MB)

2022-04-07SomaliaUrban Fire Incident

Somalia – Urban Fire Incident

On 7 April 2022 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Somalia Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 3,000 people for four months. The operation will focus on the provision of unconditional cash grants to most-affected households to ensure access to basic needs.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Action Plan: Somalia - Urban Fire Incident. (PDF, 12 pages, 913 KB)

2022-03-23KenyaVector-Borne Diseases

Kenya – Vector-Borne Diseases

On 23 March 2022 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Kenya Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 450,000 people for four months. The operation will focus on improving access to safe water and sanitation and preventive healthcare measures.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Action Plan: Kenya - Vector-borne Diseases. (PDF, 19 pages, 707 KB)

2022-03-10Central African RepublicWildfires

Central African Republic (CAR) – Fires

On March 10, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Central African Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 6,000 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of essential household items, as well as water, sanitation and health services to people affected by the fires in the region of Bakala in central-southern CAR.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action – Fires and Strong Winds in Central African Republic.
2022-02-28Marshall IslandsDrought

Marshall Islands – Drought

On February 28, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Marshall Island Red Cross Society (MIRCS) in providing immediate assistance to 9,326 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on health, protection and water, sanitation and hygiene.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action (EPoA): Marshall Islands - Drought Response (PDF, 21 pages, 908.7 KB).

2022-02-10EcuadorFlood

Ecuador – Floods

On February 10, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency appeal to support the Ecuadorian Red Cross Society (MRCS) in providing immediate assistance to 2,750 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on shelter, health, and water, sanitation and hygiene. 

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action (EPoA): Ecuador – Floods
2021-10-25SomaliaPopulation Movement

Somalia – Population Movement

On 25 October 2021 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency appeal to support the Somalia Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 2,800 people for four months. The operation will focus on the provision of livelihoods support, shelter kits, and essential non-food items (such as blankets, kitchen sets, and sleeping mats) to displaced households, as well as support for safe water and sanitation services and healthcare in affected communities.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Somalia – Population Movement from Laascaanood (PDF, 19 pages, 1.1 MB).

2021-12-20AngolaDrought

Angola – Drought

On 20 December 2021 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency appeal to support the Angola Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 2,500 people for three months. The operation will focus on the provision of emergency food rations for drought-affected households, as well as support for safe water and sanitation services and healthcare in affected communities.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Angola – Drought (PDF, 15 pages, 1.3 MB).

2021-12-28South AfricaSevere Thunderstorms

South Africa – Severe Thunderstorms

On 28 December 2021 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency appeal to support the South Africa Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 5,000 people for four months. The operation will focus on the provision of cash grants to ensure access to food for displaced households, as well as support for safe water and sanitation services and healthcare in affected communities.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: South Africa – Severe Thunderstorms (PDF, 21 pages, 1.8 MB).

2022-01-28ZambiaFloods

Zambia – Floods

On 28 January 2022 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency appeal to support the Zambia Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 19,000 people for four months. The operation will focus on the provision of of livelihoods support, emergency shelter & essential non-food items, safe water & sanitation, and healthcare to households displaced or affected by the floods.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Zambia – Floods (PDF, 22 pages, 1.1 MB).

2021-01-25MozambiqueFloods and Cyclones

Mozambique – Floods and Cyclones

On 25 January 2021 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Mozambique Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 5,000 people for three months. On 31 January 2022 the IFRC launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Mozambique Red Cross Society in providing additional assistance to approximately 50,000 people for twelve months. The operation will focus on the provision of emergency shelter and essential non-food items, safe water and sanitation, and healthcare to households displaced or affected by floods and cyclones.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society.  For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Revised Emergency Appeal: Mozambique – Floods and Cyclones (PDF, 7 pages, 709 KB).

2021-12-09MalawiTropical Storm Ana

Malawi – Tropical Storm Ana

On 9 December 2021 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency appeal to support the Malawi Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 6,000 people for four months. On 24 January 2022, the appeal was revised to respond to the impact of Tropical Storm Ana, increasing its targets to assist 160,000 people until June 2023. The operation will focus on the provision of cash, emergency shelter & essential non-food items, safe water & sanitation, and healthcare to households displaced or affected by the floods and storms.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Appeal: Malawi – Tropical Storm Ana (PDF, 19 pages, 1 MB).

2022-02-04MadagascarTropical Storm and Cyclone

Madagascar – Tropical Storm and Cyclone

On 4 February 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency appeal to support the Malagasy Red Cross Society (MRCS) in providing immediate assistance to 50,000 people for twenty-four months. The operation will focus on shelter, protection, health, and water, sanitation and hygiene.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action (EPoA): Madagascar – Heavy Rains and Tropical Storm (PDF, 7 pages, 801 KB).

2022-01-26MadagascarHeavy rains and tropical storm

Madagascar – Heavy rains and tropical storm

On 26 January 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Malagasy Red Cross Society (MRCS) in providing immediate assistance to 10,000 people for four months. The operation will focus on shelter, protection, health, and water, sanitation and hygiene.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency plan of action – Madagascar – Heavy rains and tropical storm.

2022-01-28TanzaniaFood insecurity (drought)

Tanzania – Food insecurity (drought)

On January 28, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Tanzania Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 500 households (approximately 2,500 people) people for 3 months. The operation will focus on providing cash grants in the districts of Longido and Monduli in Arusha and the Kiteto, Simanjiro and Mbulu districts in Manyara province to support the immediate needs of the most vulnerable food insecure households, including orphans and vulnerable children, female and child-headed households pregnant and lactating women, elderly and people living with disabilities, and chronically ill people. Following a needs assessment, additional health and nutrition services may be offered.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency plan of action - Tanzania - Food insecurity (drought).

2022-01-19TongaVolcano eruption and tsunami

Tonga – Volcano eruption and tsunami

On 19 January 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Tonga Red Cross Society (TRCS) in providing immediate assistance to 7,549 people for four months. On 21 January 2022, the IFRC launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Tonga Red Cross Society (TRCS) in providing additional assistance to approximately 17,000 people for 24 months. The operation will focus on health, livelihoods, protection, shelter and water, sanitation and hygiene.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency appeal: Tonga, Asia Pacific - Volcano and tsunami (PDF version - 2.19 MB).

2022-01-19FijiTropical Cyclone Cody

Fiji – Tropical Cyclone Cody

On 19 January 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Fiji Red Cross Society (FRCS) in providing immediate assistance to 7,500 people for four months. The operation will focus on health, protection, shelter and water, sanitation and hygiene.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency plan of action (EPoA): Fiji - Tropical Cyclone Cody (PDF version - 1.09 MB).

2022-01-13Sao Tome and PrincipeFloods and landslide

Sao Tome and Principe – Floods and landslide

On January 13, 2022, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Sao Tome and Principe Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 750 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of psychological support, community sensitisation on water treatment and prevention of water-borne diseases, WASH services, and distribution of food and non-food items.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency action plan: Sao Tome and Principe – Floods and landslide.

2022-01-14IranFloods

Iran – Floods

On January 14, 2022 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Iranian Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 22,532 people for four months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter, basic needs and livelihoods assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to Emergency plan of action Iran: Floods.

2021-12-22CameroonPopulation Displacement

Cameroon - Internal Population Displacement

On December 22, 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Cameroon Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 6,500 people for 2 months. The operation will focus on needs assessments, WASH and healthcare activities for the internally displaced by violence in Mayo-Danay and Diamare Divisions in the Far North Region of Cameroon.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Action Plan: Cameroon - Internal Population Displacement

2021-12-16ChadPopulation movement

Chad – Population movement from Cameroon

On December 16, 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Red Cross of Chad in providing immediate assistance to approximately 10,000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of basic needs with unconditional cash assistance, health, WASH and protection for the refugees from Cameroon and host communities in N'djamena and Chari-Baguirmi province.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Action Plan: Chad – Population movement from Cameroon

2021-11-29EgyptFlood

Egypt – Flood Response

On November 29, 2021 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency appeal to support the Egyptian Red Crescent Society in providing assistance to up to 4,685 people affected by floods.  The operations will provide assistance to local populations in Aswan governorate, through shelter, health, basic needs, and hygiene assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action – Egypt – Aswan Floods.

2021-11-26IranEarthquake

Iran – Hormozgan Earthquake

On November 26, 2021 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Iranian Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 15,000 people for four months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter, basic needs and livelihoods assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to Emergency Plan of Action Iran: Hormozgan Earthquake

2021-10-30AlgeriaWildfires

Algeria – Wildfires Response

On October 30, 2021 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency appeal to support the Algerian Red Crescent Society in providing assistance to up to 42,500 people affected by forest fires.  The operations will provide assistance to local populations in twelve governorates, through shelter, health, basic needs, and water, sanitation and hygiene assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Appeal – Algeria – Wildfires

2021-08-18AlgeriaWildfires

Algeria – Forest Wildfires

On August 18, 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Algerian Red Crescent in providing immediate assistance to up to 25,000 people (5,000 households) for four months. The operation will focus on provision of humanitarian support including food, mattresses, blankets, tents, personal protective equipment, and the provision of shelter.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action - Algeria – Forest Wildfires

2021-12-01Burkina FasoPopulation Movement

Burkina Faso – Population Movement in Tougan

On December 1, 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Burkina Faso Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 4,500 displaced people for 3 months. The operation will focus on meeting the immediate needs of newly displaced populations in Tougan through the provision of cash transfers, kits for shelter construction and essential non-food items, hygiene kits and the promotion of hygiene awareness, as well as protection activities.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Burkina Faso - Population Movement in Tougan (PDF, 24 pages, 1.4 MB).

2021-12-11Republic of CongoFlood

Republic of Congo – Floods

On December 11, 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Republic of Congo Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 8,600 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of food, unconditional multi-purpose cash transfer, basic household items, psychosocial support and WASH services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Action Plan: Republic of Congo - Floods (PDF, 21 pages, 777 KB).

2021-10-19Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)Disease outbreak

Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) – Ebola Outbreak

On October 19th, 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the DRC Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 305,000 people for 3 months. On November 26th, 2021, the IFRC launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the DRC Red Cross Society in providing assistance to approximately 312,000 people for additional 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of surveillance, contact tracing, health promotion, including risk communication and community engagement, psychosocial support, safe and dignified burials, sensitization of health care personnel, and infection, prevention and control (IPC).

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Action Plan: DRC – Ebola Virus Disease Outbreak (PDF, 18 pages, 1.3 MB).

2021-12-27IraqFlood

Iraq – Floods

On December 27, 2021 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Iraqi Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 7,500 people for four months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter, livelihoods and basic needs, health and water, sanitation and hygiene services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Iraq - Floods (PDF, 18 pages, 802 KB

2021-12-27MalaysiaFlood

Malaysia – Flash Floods

On 27 December 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Malaysian Red Crescent Society (MRCS) in providing immediate assistance to 11,089 people for four months. The operation will focus on health, multi-purpose cash assistance, protection, shelter and water, sanitation and hygiene.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action (EPoA): Malaysia - Flash Floods (PDF, 21 pages, 1.33 MB).

2021-11-22AlgeriaWildfires

Algeria – Wildfires Response

On October 30, 2021 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency appeal to support the Algerian Red Crescent Society in providing assistance to up to 42,500 people affected by forest fires. The operations will provide assistance to local populations in twelve governorates, through shelter, health, basic needs, and water, sanitation and hygiene assistance. Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Appeal – Algeria | Wildfires.

2021-07-29PanamaFlood

Panama – Floods

On 29 July 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Red Cross Society of Panama in providing immediate assistance to approximately 4,000 people for three months. The operation will focus on emergency health, livelihoods and basic needs, water, sanitation and hygiene, shelter and protection needs using gender and inclusive approaches.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Panama - Floods.

2021-08-18AlgeriaForest Wildfires

Algeria – Forest Wildfires

On August 18, 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Algerian Red Crescent in providing immediate assistance to up to 25,000 people (5,000 households) for four months. The operation will focus on provision of humanitarian support including food, mattresses, blankets, tents, personal protective equipment, and the provision of shelter.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Algeria – Forest Wildfires.

2021-08-02IranDrought

Iran – Droughts

On August 2, 2021 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Iranian Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 83,200 people for 5 months. The operation will focus on emergency medical assistance, livelihoods and basic needs as well as water, sanitation and hygiene services for crisis-affected people.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Iran - Droughts.

2021-08-20North MacedoniaWildfires

North Macedonia – Wildfires

On August 20, 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Red Cross of the Republic of North Macedonia in providing immediate assistance to approximately 12,612 people (4,204 families), in addition to approximately 3,000 fire fighters and community volunteers for four months. The operation will focus on provision of support to extinguish fires, as well as providing assistance to the firefighting teams and the local population, including food, water, hygiene parcels, blankets, mattresses, bedding, kitchen sets and other necessary items.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: North Macedonia - Wildfires.

2021-08-19PanamaPopulation Movement

Panama – Population Movement

On August 19, 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Panamanian Red Cross Society (PRCS) in providing immediate assistance to approximately 6,000 migrants for three months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter, healthcare, psychosocial support, water, hygiene and sanitation. PRCS will provide to care to 6,000 migrants with priority given to pregnant or breastfeeding women, people with disabilities, unaccompanied minors, single-parent families, and elderly.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Panama – Population Movement.

2021-08-27EthiopiaFood

Ethiopia – Food Insecurity

On 27 August 2021 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency appeal to support the Ethiopia Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 8,000 people for four months. The operation will focus on the provision of unconditional cash grants to conflict-affected households to help meet basic food and other needs, as well as public messaging campaigns to raise awareness of hygiene and protection issues in targeted communities in Ethiopia’s Amhara region.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Ethiopia - Food Security.

2021-08-17KenyaDrought

Kenya – Drought and Food Insecurity

On 17 August 2021 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency appeal to support the Kenya Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 60,000 people for three months. On 9 September 2021, following the declaration of a state of emergency by Kenyan authorities, the IFRC launched a revised emergency appeal to support the Kenya Red Cross Society in providing additional assistance to approximately 500,000 people for eighteen months. The operation will focus on the provision of in-kind food or unconditional cash grants to households to help meet food and other needs, nutrition and healthcare support to affected households and communities, safe water and sanitation services in communities impacted by drought, and improved protection services for at-risk groups or individuals.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Appeal: Kenya Drought - Hunger Crisis.

2021-09-04NigerDisease outbreak

Niger – Cholera Outbreak

On September 4, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Niger Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 35,000 people for four months. The operation will focus on meeting immediate water, sanitation and hygiene needs in the cholera epidemic-affected regions of Maradi, Tahoua and Niamey through the distribution of hygiene kits, as well as infection, prevention and control measures and cholera awareness in affected communities.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Cholera Epidemic Outbreak.

2021-09-02IraqDrought

Iraq – Drought Response

On September 2, 2021 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency drought relief operation to support the Iraqi Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to up to 43,116 people (7,186 households) for six months. The operations will provide assistance to local populations in Diyala, Ninewa and Basra governorates, through emergency multi-purpose cash, health support, and water, sanitation and hygiene assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action – Iraq - Droughts.

2021-08-30MalaysiaFlood

Malaysia – Flash Floods

On 30 August 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Malaysian Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to 1,080 people for three months. The operation will focus on multi-purpose cash assistance, livelihoods support, hygiene promotion, protection and mental health and psychosocial support.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action (EPoA): Malaysia - Floods (PDF, 21 pages, 1.05 MB).

2021-09-04NepalFlood, Landslide

Nepal – Monsoon Floods and Landslides

On 4 September 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Nepal Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to 7,500 people for six months. The operation will focus on health, livelihoods, protection, shelter and water, sanitation and hygiene.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action (EPoA): Nepal - Monsoon Floods and Landslides (PDF, 27 pages, 1.30 MB).

2021-10-12UgandaFlood, Landslide

Uganda – Floods and Landslides

On 12 October 2021 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency appeal to support the Uganda Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 11,000 people for three months. The operation will focus on the provision of essential non-food items (such as blankets, jerry cans, mosquito nets, laundry soap, mats, solar lamps and kitchen sets) to displaced households, as well as support for safe water and sanitation services and healthcare in affected communities throughout Uganda.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Uganda - Floods, Landslides, and Hailstorms.

2021-07-23South AfricaUrban Violence

South Africa – Urban Violence

On 23 July 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the South Africa Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 2,500 people for four months. The operation will focus on the provision of essential healthcare; water, sanitation, and hygiene supplies and services; and multi-purpose cash grants to households affected by civil unrest in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng provinces.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: South Sudan/Food Insecurity (PDF, 19 pages, 1.28 MB).

2021-05-15SomaliaDrought

Somalia – Drought (Revised July 2021)

On 15 May 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Somalia Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 121,000 people for four months. On 18 July 2021 the IFRC launched a revised emergency appeal to support the Somalia Red Crescent Society in providing additional assistance to approximately 564,000 people for eighteen months. The operation will focus on the provision of essential healthcare; water, sanitation, and hygiene supplies and services; and livelihoods support, including multi-purpose cash grants, to households affected by drought in the Puntland and Somaliland regions of Somalia.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Somalia - Drought (PDF, 13 pages, 760 KB).

2021-06-28NigeriaHunger Crisis

Nigeria – Hunger Crisis

On 28 June 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency appeal to support the Nigeria Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 200,000 people for eighteen months. The operation will focus on the provision of essential healthcare; water, sanitation, and hygiene supplies and services; and livelihoods support, including multi-purpose cash grants, to households affected by acute food insecurity in northwest and north central Nigeria.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Nigeria - Hunger Crisis (PDF, 15 pages, 968 KB).

2021-06-14South SudanHunger crisis

South Sudan – Food Insecurity

On 14 June 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the South Sudan Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 10,500 people for four months. The operation will focus on the provision of cash assistance, livelihood activities including establishing women-led community kitchen gardens, access to clean drinking water through repairs to existing boreholes, and disaster risk reduction through strengthening community disaster response teams. The operation will include a focus on female-headed households, pregnant and breastfeeding women, children under five years and other groups disproportionately impacted by food insecurity.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: South Sudan/Food Insecurity (PDF, 16 pages, 1.7 MB).

2021-06-14GuyanaFlood

Guyana – Floods

On 14 June 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Guyanese Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 2500 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on provision of PPE, shelter, and other needs as assessed.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to Emergency Plan of Action: Guyana - Floods (PDF, 26 pages, 1.5 MB).

2021-06-14SurinameFlood

Suriname – Floods

On 14 June 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Suriname Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 1500 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter, WASH, health and livelihoods over a period of 3 months.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to Emergency Plan of Action: Suriname - Floods (PDF, 20 pages, 606 KB).

2021-05-24Democratic Republic of the CongoVolcanic Eruption

Democratic Republic of the Congo – Volcanic Eruption

On 24 May 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Democratic Republic of the Congo Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 12,500 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on health interventions, emergency shelter and household items, and restoring family links.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Democratic Republic of the Congo - Volcano Eruption (PDF, 15 pages, 887 KB).

2021-05-31RwandaFlood

Rwanda – Flooding and Windstorm

On May 14, the International Federation of Red Cross an Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Rwandan Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 3500 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on a multisectoral response to meet the diverse needs of affected persons, including through health, WASH, shelter, livelihoods/basic needs, and protection interventions for those at risk of sexual and gender based violence, including women and adolescent children.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Rwanda – Flooding and Windstorm (PDF, 19 pages, 1.2 MB)

2021-05-31MyanmarCivil Unrest

Myanmar – Civil Unrest

Since February 2021, Myanmar has been undergoing a political crisis with civil unrest precipitating a humanitarian crisis affecting populations across many parts of the country. The International Federation of Red Cross an Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency response operation to support the Myanmar Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 236,400 people over a 12-month period. The operation will focus on a multi-sectoral response to meet the diverse needs of people affected by the civil unrest through a focused on health (including First Aid and Ambulance Services), livelihoods and basic needs.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Myanmar – Civil Unrest (PDF, 14 pages, 500 KB).

2021-04-12Saint VincentVolcanic Eruption

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines – Volcanic Eruption

On 12 April 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 2100 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the operation of shelters for evacuated people, provide relief supplies including COVID-19 PPE, and first aid services. Additionally, a market assessment will be conducted to direct provision of cash and voucher assistance to affected persons.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to Emergency Plan of Action  –  Volcanic Eruption.

2021-01-17GuineaEbola Outbreak

Guinea – Ebola Outbreak

On 17 January 2021, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Guinea Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 423,951 people for three months. The operation will focus on the provision of health, psychosocial support, and WASH assistance. 

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Guinea – Ebola outbreak.

2020-10-05EcuadorVolcanic Eruption

Ecuador – Volcanic Eruption

On 5 October the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Ecuadorian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 4,176 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of water, sanitation and hygiene services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Acton: Ecuador - Volcanic Eruption

2021-01-23MozambiqueCyclone

Mozambique – Tropical Cyclone Eloise

On 23 January 2021 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Mozambique Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 5,000 people for three months. The operation will focus on providing emergency shelter and essential non-food items, safe water and sanitation, and healthcare to households displaced or affected by the cyclone.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Mozambique - Tropical Storm Eloise.

2021-01-20IndonesiaFlood

Indonesia – Floods in South Kalimantan

On 20 January 2021 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Indonesian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 8,000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of health, shelter, WASH, protection and inclusion, and shelter assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Indonesia – Floods in South Kalimantan.

2021-01-16IndonesiaEarthquake

Indonesia – West Sulawesi Earthquake

On 16 January 2021 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Indonesian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 20,000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of health, WASH, protection and inclusion, and shelter assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Indonesia – West Sulawesi Earthquake

2021-01-05MalaysiaFlood

Malaysia – Floods

On 5 January 2021 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Malaysian Red Crescent Society (MRCS) in providing immediate assistance to approximately 5,000 people for 3 months. On 17 January 2021 the IFRC launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Malaysian Red Crescent Society in providing additional assistance to approximately 12,500 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on provision of hygiene kits from pre-positioned stocks and distribution of unconditional multipurpose cash grants.

 Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action – Malaysia Flooding.

2020-12-17FijiCyclone

Fiji – Tropical Cyclone Yasa

On 17 December 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Fijian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 17,698 people for 1 month. On 29 December 2020 the IFRC launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Fijian Red Cross Society in providing additional assistance to approximately 12,531 people for 6 months. The operation will focus on the areas of shelter, health, WASH and Protection, Gender and Inclusion while mainstreaming COVID-19 precautions throughout activities.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Fiji - Tropical Cyclone Yasa

2020-12-14Sri LankaFlood

Sri Lanka – Floods

On December 14, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Sri Lankan Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 7,500 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter/household items, WASH and health care assistance, and cash assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Sri Lanka - Floods

2020-12-08IndonesiaExtreme weather condition

Indonesia – Volcano eruption

On 8 December 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Indonesian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 10,000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of support for evacuation efforts and needs assessments, the distribution of essential relief items,  the delivery of clean water supply using water trucking and handwashing stations, as well as the dissemination of key health promotion messages over a four-month period.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Indonesia - Volcano eruption

2020-12-03SomaliaCyclone

Somalia - Tropical cyclone GATI

On 3 December the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Somalia Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 6.000 people for three months. The operation will focus on the provision of multipurpose unconditional cash transfers to allow affected households to meet their basic needs.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Somalia - Tropical cyclone GATI

2020-12-01MadagascarPopulation movement

Madagascar - Food insecurity

On 1 December the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Madagascar Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 10,000 people for three months. The operation will focus on the provision of unconditional cash grants, health promotion and care activities focused on addressing acute malnutrition, and WASH interventions, including hygiene promotion, the distribution of hygiene-related NFIs, and improving access to safe water.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Madagascar - Food insecurity

2020-11-30NigeriaDisease outbreak

Nigeria - Yellow Fever Outbreak

On 30 November the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Nigeria Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 900,000 people for three months. The operation will focus on community surveillance, vector control, social mobilization for mass vaccination campaigns, and psychosocial support services in Delta, Enugu, and Bauchi states.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Nigeria - Yellow Fever Outbreak

2020-11-23EthiopiaPopulation movement

Ethiopia - Tigray conflict

On 23 November the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Ethiopia Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 7,500 people for four months. The operation will focus onthe provision of emergency health services and multi-purpose cash grants.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Ethiopia- Tigray conflict

2020-11-20ColombiaHurricane

Colombia – Hurricane Iota

On 20 November 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Colombian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 12,000 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on shelter, health, water, sanitation and hygiene as well as protection and livelihoods assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: DREF Plan of Action (PDF)

2020-11-16BelizeHurricane

Belize – Hurricane Eta

On 16 November 2020, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Belize Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 5000 people for three months. The operation will provide emergency health services, shelter needs, and water, sanitation and hygiene for those most affected by the storm.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Belize – Hurricane Eta

2020-11-12Costa RicaHurricane

Costa Rica – Hurricane Eta

On 12 November 2020, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Costa Rican Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 7,500 people for three months. The operation will provide emergency health services, shelter needs, and water, sanitation and hygiene for those most affected by the storm.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Costa Rica – Hurricane Eta

2020-11-02PhilippinesTyphoon

Philippines – Typhoon Goni 

On November 2, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Philippine Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 80,000 people for 12 months.  On November 13, 2020 the IFRC launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Philippine Red Cross Society in providing additional assistance to approximately 100,000 people for 24 months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter and settlements, livelihoods and basic needs, health, water, sanitation and hygiene promotion (WASH), as well as disaster risk reduction, community engagement and accountability (CEA) as well as protection, gender and inclusion (PGI).

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. 

For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: revised Emergency Appeal – Typhoon Goni.

2020-10-19VietnamFlood

Vietnam – Floods

On October 19, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Viet Nam Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 47,960 people for three months. On October 28, 2020, the IFRC launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Viet Nam Red Cross Society in providing assistance to approximately 160,000 people for 12 months. The operation will focus on the provision of emergency health, livelihoods, shelter, and water, sanitation and hygiene, as well as focusing on disaster risk reduction, community engagement and accountability, and protection, gender and inclusion.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency appeal – Viet Nam floods.

2020-10-19NigeriaFlood

Nigeria – Floods

On October 19, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Nigeria Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 12,000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on providing unconditional cash grants to allow flood-affected households to meet their basic needs, as well as activities to improve access to safe water and promote proper hygiene practices.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action – Floods in Nigeria.

2020-10-06TunisiaFlood

Tunisia – Floods

On October 6, 2020, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Tunisian Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 10,000 people for three months. The operation will focus on providing emergency shelter, psychosocial support, food assistance, emergency health care, and water, sanitation, and hygiene support. Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society.

For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Tunisia – Flash Floods.

2020-10-05EcuadorVolcanic Eruption

Ecuador – Volcanic Eruption

On 5 October 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Ecuadorian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 4,176 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of water, sanitation and hygiene services. Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Ecuador - Volcanic Eruption.

2020-10-01ChadFlood

Chad – Floods

On October 1, 2020, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Chadian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 3,210 people affected by flooding in Chad for 3 months. The operation will focus on meeting the immediate needs of the most vulnerable populations through the provision of emergency shelter, distribution of household items, as well as WASH and health promotion activities.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action – Chad.

2020-09-27EthiopiaFlood

Ethiopia – Floods

On September 27, 2020, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Ethiopia Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 11,300 people for four months. The operation will focus on providing healthcare, safe water and sanitation, shelter, protection, and livelihoods support to households affected by the flooding in Amhara state.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action – Floods in Ethiopia.

2020-09-25Burkina FasoFlood

Burkina Faso – Floods

On September 25, 2020, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Burkinabe Red Cross Society (BRCS) in providing immediate assistance to approximately 5000 people for four months. The operation will focus on the provision of food assistance, shelters, and essential household items to persons affected by flooding in the provinces of Kadiogo, Gourma and Sanmatenga.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to the Red Cross Emergency Plan of Action – Floods in Burkina Faso.

2020-09-16GuineaFlood

Guinea – Flooding in Kankan Province

On September 16, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Red Cross Society of Guinea in providing immediate assistance to approximately 19,814 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on providing shelter and improving the water, hygiene, and sanitation situation in affected regions.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action Guinea – Floods in Kankan.

2020-09-12SenegalFlood

Senegal – Floods in Dakar and Thèis

On September 12, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Senegalese Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 8,100 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on providing emergency shelter, essential household items, health assistance, water, sanitation, and hygiene support.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action Senegal – Floods in Dakar and Thèis.

2020-08-27NigerFlood

Niger – Floods

On August 27, 2020, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Niger Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 7,000 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter and household items, livelihood and basic needs support, and WASH.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Niger - Floods.

2020-08-25AlgeriaEarthquake

Algeria – Earthquake

On August 25, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Algerian Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 10,000 people for four months. The operation will provide first aid, psychosocial support, evacuation and transport to emergency shelters, provision of hot meals and food baskets, emergency shelter and shelter items.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Algeria – Earthquake.

2020-08-20PakistanFlood, Monsoon

Pakistan – Monsoon Floods

On August 20, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Pakistan Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 68,250 people for four months. The operation will focus on the provision of water, sanitation, and hygiene services and cash assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action – Pakistan: Monsoon Floods.

2020-08-13SudanFlood

Sudan – Floods

On August 13, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Sudan Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to over 134,000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on search and rescue, assistance with the discharge of water from affected areas/dwellings, provision of first aid services and psychosocial support, distribution of non-food items, and registration of damage to houses, livestock and property.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Sudan - Floods.

2020-08-01NepalFlood, Landslide

Nepal – Floods and Landslides

On August 1, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Nepal Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 25,000 people for three months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter, health, water, sanitation and hygiene services, as well as cash assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Nepal – Floods and Landslides.

2020-07-27IndiaFlood

India – Floods

On July 27, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Indian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 37,500 people for five months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter supplies and of water, sanitation and hygiene services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: India - Floods.

2020-07-27MyanmarFlood

Myanmar – Mandalay Floods

On July 27, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Myanmar Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 20,000 people for three months. The operation will focus on the provision of emergency food assistance, multi-purpose cash grants, emergency health care, protection services, and water, sanitation and hygiene support.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Myanmar – Mandalay Floods.

2020-07-20IndonesiaFlood

Indonesia – Floods

On July 20, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Indonesian Red Cross in providing immediate assistance to approximately 22,360 people for four months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter, health and water, sanitation and hygiene services, as well as cash assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Indonesia - Floods.

2020-07-20MongoliaFlood

Mongolia – Floods

On July 20, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Mongolia Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 3,700 people for three months. The operation will focus on the provision of essential non-food items, hygiene kits, and cash assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Mongolia – Flash Floods.

2020-07-17BangladeshFlood, Monsoon

Bangladesh – Monsoon Floods

On July 17, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 25,000 people for three months. The operation will focus on the provision of emergency food assistance, multi-purpose cash grants, shelter materials, emergency health care, protection services, and water, sanitation and hygiene support.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Bangladesh – Monsoon Floods.

2020-07-15EthiopiaCivil unrest

Ethiopia – Civil unrest

On July 15, 2020, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Ethiopia Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 5,900 people for five months. The operation will focus on healthcare, shelter, and livelihoods support for households displaced by violence and insecurity in Oromia State.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action – Civil unrest in Ethiopia.

2020-07-10SerbiaFlood

Serbia – Floods

On July 10, 2020, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Red Cross of Serbia in providing immediate assistance to approximately 20,000 people for four months. The operation will focus on providing immediate assistance, including: safe drinking water, food, hygiene and household items; raising awareness and promoting health to reduce the risk of spread of water-born and other communicable diseases; basic psychosocial support; as well as cash assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Serbia – Floods.

2020-07-10UkraineFlood

Ukraine – Floods

On July 10, 2020, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Ukrainian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 2,200 people for five months. The operation will focus on providing food parcels, household items, hygiene kits, or cash support where markets are well functioning, as well as hygiene promotion.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Ukraine – Floods.

2020-07-06Bosnia and HerzegovinaFlood

Bosnia and Herzegovina – Floods

On July 6, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Red Cross Society of Bosnia and Herzegovina in providing immediate assistance to at least 1,000 people directly, for three months. The operation will provide basic emergency support through a cash instalment for vulnerable people to support their livelihoods and basic needs, equip local Red Cross branches with basic tools to respond to small scale onset floods, as well as promote access to water, sanitation and hygiene.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Bosnia and Herzegovina – Floods.

2020-06-23LibyaPopulation movement

Libya – Population movement

On June 23, 2020, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Libyan Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 2,500 people for three months. The operation will focus on providing household items, food baskets and hygiene promotion.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Libya – Population Movement.

2020-06-09El SalvadorTropical storm

El Salvador – Tropical Storm Amanda

On June 9, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the El Salvador Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 3,150 people for three months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter, safe drinking water, basic household items, and access to health care and services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: El Salvador – Tropical Storm Amanda.

2020-06-02IndonesiaFlood

Indonesia – Floods

On 2 June, 2020, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Indonesia Red Cross in providing immediate assistance to approximately 8,648 people for three months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter items, water, sanitization and hygiene supplies, and the dissemination of health messaging.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Indonesia - Floods.

2020-05-21BangladeshCyclone

Bangladesh – Cyclone Amphan

On May 21, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 30,000 people for 3 months. On 28 May 2020, the IFRC launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society in providing additional assistance to approximately 50,000 people for 12 months. The operation will focus on shelter, livelihoods and basic needs, health, water, sanitation and hygiene, protection, gender and inclusion, and disaster risk reduction.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Bangladesh – Cyclone Amphan.

2020-05-21IndiaCyclone

India – Cyclone Amphan

On 21 May, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Indian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 25,600 people for one month. The operation will focus on the provision of emergency food assistance, shelter, and health services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: India – Cyclone Amphan.

2020-05-14KazakhstanFlood

Kazakhstan – Floods

On May 14, 2020, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Red Crescent Society of Kazakhstan in providing immediate assistance to approximately 6,128 people for three months. The operation will focus on providing household items, emergency shelters and hygiene promotion.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Kazakhstan – Floods.

2020-05-14RwandaFlood

Rwanda – Floods

On March 14, 2020, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Rwanda Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 5,220 people for 3 months. On May 25, 2020, the IFRC launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Rwanda Red Cross Society in providing additional assistance to approximately 11,690 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of essential non-food items, food, health services, water, sanitation and hygiene promotion.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Rwanda - Floods

2020-05-14SomaliaFlood

Somalia – Flooding

On May 14, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Red Crescent Society in Somalia in providing immediate assistance to approximately 9,000 people for three months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter materials and essential non-food items, healthcare services, and safe water and sanitation facilities to affected households around the city of Qardho in the Puntland region.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Somalia – Flooding.

2020-05-05Democratic Republic of the CongoFlood

Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) – Floods

On May 5, 2020, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Democratic Republic of the Congo Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 15,000 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on livelihoods, health, water, sanitation and hygiene promotion assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) – Floods.

2020-04-28YemenFlood

Yemen – Floods

On April 28, 2020, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Yemen Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 17,500 people for six months. The operation will focus on providing shelter related items and hygiene kits to the most affected households.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Yemen – Flash Floods.

2020-04-21FijiCyclone

Fiji – Tropical Cyclone Harold

On April 21, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Vanuatu Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 25,250 people for six months. The operation will focus on the provision of heath, water, sanitation and hygiene services, and shelter supplies.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: DREF Operation Update: Vanuatu – Tropical Cyclone Harold

2020-04-14FijiCyclone

Fiji – Tropical Cyclone Harold

On April 14, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Fiji Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 10,000 people for five months. The operation will focus on will focus on the provision of shelter, health and water, sanitation and hygiene assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Fiji – Tropical Cyclone Harold

2020-03-25EgyptFlood

Egypt – Floods

On March 25, 2020, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Egyptian Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 12,348 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on providing emergency shelter, cash assistance, primary health care services, psychosocial support and hygiene promotion.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Egypt – Flash Floods.

2020-03-14RwandaFlood

Rwanda – Floods

On March 14, 2020, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Rwanda Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 5,220 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of essential non-food items, food, health services, water, sanitation and hygiene promotion.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: MDRRW019

2020-02-21ArgentinaDrought

Argentina – Drought

On February 21, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Argentine Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 4,000 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on water, sanitation and hygiene, health, livelihoods and basic needs, as well as protection, gender, and inclusion services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Argentina – Drought.

2020-02-06MongoliaWinter storm

Mongolia – Severe Winter Storm

On February 6, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Mongolian Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 7,000 people for three months. The operation will deliver multi-purpose cash transfers and non-food items to people most affected by the storm.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Mongolia – Severe Winter.

2020-02-06PakistanWinter storm

Pakistan – Severe Winter Storm

On February 6, 2020 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Pakistan Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 7,000 people for three months. The operation will focus on the provision of multi-purpose cash grants, and shelter supplies to vulnerable and disaster-affected people.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Pakistan – Severe Winter.

2020-01-29TanzaniaFlood

Tanzania – Floods

On January 29, 2020, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Tanzania Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 11,404 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on responding to the needs of vulnerable people with health and hygiene promotion campaigns.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: MDRTZ026

2019-12-11Southern AfricaDrought

Southern Africa – Regional Drought

On December 11, 2019 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Red Cross Societies in Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, and Namibia in providing immediate assistance to approximately 81,000 people for sixteen months. The operation will focus on supporting livelihoods and meeting basic needs through the provision of cash or in-kind food assistance and agricultural inputs, including seeds and tools, livestock feed, rehabilitation of water points, and technical support for establishing household gardens.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: MDR63003

2019-12-07PhilippinesTyphoon

Philippines – Typhoon Kammuri

On December 7, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Philippine Red Cross Society in providing emergency assistance to approximately 20,000 people for four months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter support and multi-purpose cash grants to vulnerable and disaster affected people.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Philippines – Typhoon Kammuri.

2019-12-06DjiboutiFlood

Djibouti – Floods

On December 6, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Djibouti Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 10,000 people for three months. The operation will focus on restoring access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene, and healthcare for affected households.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Djibouti – Floods.

2019-12-02SamoaDisease outbreak

Samoa – Measles

On December 2, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Samoa Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 30,000 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of health, water, sanitation, and hygiene services to affected and at-risk people.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action – Samoa: Measles.

2019-11-26AlbaniaEarthquake

Albania – Earthquake

On November 26, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Albanian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 10,000 people for 12 months. The operation will focus on the provision essential household items, food packages and cash assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Appeal: Albania – Earthquake.

2019-11-19Democratic Republic of the CongoDisease outbreak

Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) – Measles outbreak

On November 19, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the DRC Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 1.5 million people for 4 months. The operation will focus on mobilizing parents of children from 0 to 59 months to immunize their children through the deployment of Red Cross volunteers who will conduct door-to-door sensitization campaigns.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) – Measles outbreak.

2019-11-12BangladeshCyclone

Bangladesh – Cyclone

On November 12, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS) in providing immediate assistance to approximately 17,500 people for three months. The operation will focus on the provision of emergency food, emergency shelter materials, non-food items and multipurpose cash grants.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action (EPoA) – Bangladesh: Cyclone Bulbul.

2019-10-31PhilippinesEarthquake

Philippines – Earthquakes

On October 31, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Philippine Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 35,500 people for 12 months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter, health services and cash assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Appeal: Philippines – Mindanao Earthquakes.

2019-10-29KenyaFlood

Kenya – Floods

On October 29, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Kenya Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 84,000 people for three months. On December 10, this appeal was revised to meet the needs of 150,000 people for one year. The operation will focus on the provision of emergency shelter and basic non-food items, as well as efforts to restore access to water, sanitation, and hygiene, healthcare, and livelihoods for affected households.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Kenya – Floods.

2019-10-29ZambiaDrought

Zambia – Drought

On October 29, 2019 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Zambia Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 57,000 people for eighteen months. The operation will focus on the provision of cash to help meet basic needs, including food, as well as support for healthcare, and water, sanitation, and hygiene.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: MDRZM012

2019-10-24CameroonFlood

Cameroon – Floods

On October 24, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Cameroon Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 2,303 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on emergency shelter assistance, distribution of household items, WASH and emergency health control and sensitization.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: MDRCM028

2019-10-15El SalvadorFlood

El Salvador – Floods

On October 15, 2019 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Salvadoran Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 3,075 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on shelter, livelihoods, health and water, sanitation and hygiene services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: DREF Operation El Salvador Floods.

2019-10-07NigeriaFlood

Nigeria – Floods

On October 7, 2019 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Nigerian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 6,000 people for four months. The operation will focus on the provision of cash and non-food items to help affected households meet their basic needs as well as water, sanitation, and hygiene support to help prevent the spread of water-borne disease.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: MDRNG028

2019-10-02SenegalFlood

Senegal – Floods

On October 2, 2019, the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Senegal Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 4,500 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on providing health and nutrition sensitization in support to government run support programs, safe water, hygiene and sanitation support and services, as well as cash transfers to cover shelter and household items lost in the floods.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to Emergency Plan of Action – Senegal: Floods

2019-09-20NigeriaDisease outbreak

Nigeria – Yellow Fever Outbreak

On September 20, 2019 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Nigerian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 313,000 people for three months. The operation will focus on community engagement to raise awareness of yellow fever risks and prevention, active case finding and referral for treatment, and vector control through the destruction of mosquito breeding grounds.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: MDRNG027

2019-09-09MaliFlood

Mali – Floods

On September 9, 2019, the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Mali Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 4,000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on providing health services, shelters and household items, including mosquito nets, water purification tablets and soap, and food and livelihoods assistance through cash or vouchers.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Mali – Floods.

2019-09-02Central African RepublicFlood

Central African Republic – Floods

On September 2, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Central African Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance for three months to approximately 5,600 people affected by floods in the city of Paoua. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter, distribution of household items, as well as health and water, sanitation and hygiene services to affected populations.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Central African Republic – Floods in Paoua.

2019-08-22MyanmarFlood, Monsoon

Myanmar – Monsoon Floods

On August 22, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Myanmar Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 13,750 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of water, sanitation and hygiene services, and cash assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Myanmar – Monsoon Floods.

2019-08-16VietnamFlood

Vietnam – Floods

On August 16, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Vietnam Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 18,100 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of household kits, water purification tablets and cash assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Vietnam – Floods.

2019-08-09Sierra LeoneFlood

Sierra Leone – Floods

On August 9, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Sierra Leone Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 5,381 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on providing shelter-related household items including mosquito nets, health promotion, search and rescue, first aid and psychological support, and improve access to safe water and hygiene services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Sierra Leone – Floods.

2019-07-25IndiaFlood, Monsoon

India – Monsoon Floods

On July 25, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Indian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 30,000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on shelter, health and water, sanitation and hygiene assistance, including the distribution of household items and hygiene kits.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: India – Monsoon Floods.

2019-07-24PhilippinesDisease outbreak

Philippines – Dengue Outbreak

On July 24, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Philippine Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 121,800 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on providing health, water, sanitation, and hygiene services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Philippines – Dengue Outbreak.

2019-07-18BangladeshFlood, Monsoon

Bangladesh – Monsoon Floods

On July 18, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 50,000 people for 4 months. On July 30, 2019, the IFRC launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society in providing additional assistance to approximately 150,000 people for 18 months. The operation will focus on the provision of food, medical assistance, emergency shelter, and water, sanitation and hygiene services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Appeal: Bangladesh – Monsoon Floods.

2019-07-18BangladeshFlood

Bangladesh – Floods

On July 18, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 50,000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of emergency food, safe drinking water, emergency shelter and hygiene items, and health support.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Bangladesh - Floods.

2019-07-16EthiopiaDisease outbreak

Ethiopia – Cholera Outbreak

On July 16, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Ethiopia Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 350,000 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on providing access to clean water and adequate sanitation and hygiene facilities, as well as social mobilization and awareness raising to help prevent the spread of cholera amongst vulnerable communities.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Ethiopia – Cholera Outbreak Response.

2019-07-02HondurasDisease outbreak

Honduras – Dengue Outbreak

On July 2, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Honduran Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 42,500 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on community-based epidemiological surveillance, awareness raising, fumigation, water treatment, as well as capacity building for health service providers to ensure timely case detection and referral.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Disaster Relief Emergency Fund Operation: Honduras – Dengue Outbreak.

2019-06-27GambiaWindstorm

Gambia – Windstorm

On June 27, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Gambian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 3,600 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the distribution of shelter items as well as the provision of water, sanitation and hygiene promotion (WASH) needs for 300 families whose houses were fully destroyed and 100 families with partially destroyed homes.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Gambia – Windstorm Surge.

2019-06-24NigerPopulation Movement

Niger – Population Movement

On June 24, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Niger Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 15,000 people for 3 months in the Maradi region. The operation will focus on the provision of community health, water and sanitation, and protection support for host populations and refugees displaced by clashes between herders and farmers, as well as vigilantism in northwestern Nigeria.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Niger – Population Movement.

2019-06-21YemenFlood

Yemen – Floods

On June 21, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Yemen Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 14,000 people for 5 months. The operation will focus on shelter and water, sanitation and hygiene assistance, including the distribution of household items, hygiene kits, and jerry cans.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Yemen – Floods.

2019-06-20UgandaFlood, Landslide

Uganda – Flood and Landslides

On June 20, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Uganda Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 2,845 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of basic household items, sanitation and hygiene items, and healthcare to households affected by flooding and landslides.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Uganda – Flood and Landslides.

2019-06-18TajikistanFlood

Tajikistan – Floods

On June 18, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Red Crescent Society of Tajikistan in providing immediate assistance to approximately 2,750 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter, cash and water, and sanitation and hygiene assistance to flood affected households.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Tajikistan – Floods.

2019-06-17SerbiaFlood

Serbia – Floods

On June 17, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Red Cross Society of Serbia in providing immediate assistance to approximately 7,650 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on the provision of emergency food, water, hygiene items, psychosocial support, and cash assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action (EPoA) - Serbia: Floods.

2019-06-07South SudanFlood

South Sudan – Floods

On June 7, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the South Sudan Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 34,500 people for 4 months. The operation will focus on shelter and water, sanitation and hygiene assistance, including the distribution of household items, hygiene kits, and jerry cans.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: South Sudan – Floods.

2019-05-24TanzaniaFlood

Tanzania – Floods

On May 24, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Tanzania Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 2,500 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the distribution of shelter related household items as well as the provision of WASH and health supplies.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Tanzania – Floods.

2019-05-22CameroonPopulation movement

Cameroon – Population Movement

On May 22, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Cameroon Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 45,000 people for six months in the North-West, South-West and Far North regions. The operation will focus on the provision of WASH (access to safe water, hygiene promotion and related items distribution) and emergency shelter solutions for host populations and those internally displaced by the crises in the Anglophone regions and in the Lake Chad area.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Cameroon – Population Movement.

2019-05-21ParaguayFlood

Paraguay – Floods

On May 21, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Paraguayan Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 4,700 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision first aid and psychosocial support as well as the distribution of jerry cans, water filters and emergency cash grants to highly vulnerable people and the most affected communities.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Paraguay – Floods.

2019-04-30EthiopiaPopulation displacement

Ethiopia – Population Displacement

On April 30, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Ethiopian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 80,000 people for eight months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter and basic household items, water and sanitation, and livelihoods support for people displaced by inter-communal conflict in various regions of Ethiopia.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Appeal: Ethiopia – Population Displacement.

2019-04-29ComorosCyclone

Comoros – Tropical Cyclone Kenneth

On April 29, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Comoros Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 2,500 people for three months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter and basic household items, water and sanitation, and healthcare for people affected by Tropical Cyclone Kenneth.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Appeal: Comoros – Tropical Cyclone Kenneth.

2019-04-15SyriaFlood

Syria – Floods

On April 15, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Syrian Arab Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 45,000 people for 6 months in the Al Hasakeh governate. The operation will focus on health (including psychosocial support), food, household relief items and water, sanitation and hygiene promotion (WASH). Part of the Canadian contribution will be used to complete relief distributions – food and non-food items, deployment of an existing mobile health unit to provide health and psychosocial services and the undertaking of protection monitoring activities and for the distribution of dignity kits people affected by floods outside of the Al Hol IDP camp.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Syria – Floods.

2019-04-06IranFlood

Iran – Floods

On April 6, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Iranian Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 150,000 people for 9 months. The operation will focus on for the provision of shelter, livelihoods and protection to the most vulnerable flood affected persons.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Appeal: Iran - Floods.

2019-04-05BoliviaFlood

Bolivia – Floods

On April 5, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Bolivian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 3,000 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision first aid and psychosocial support as well as the distribution of emergency food and hygiene kits and chlorine tablets to highly vulnerable people and the most affected communities.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action : Bolivia – Floods.

2019-04-05ZimbabweCyclone

Zimbabwe – Tropical Cyclone Idai

On April 5, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Zimbabwe Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 7,000 people for five months. The operation will focus on the provision of emergency shelter and improved access to safe water and sanitation for displaced or flood-affected households.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Zimbabwe – Tropical Cyclone Idai.

2019-04-01MalawiCyclone, Flood

Malawi – Floods (Tropical Cyclone Idai)

On April 1, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched a revised emergency relief operation to scale up the Malawi Red Cross Society’s flood response efforts to assist a total of 40,000 people over six months. The operation will focus on increasing hygiene awareness in affected communities and providing shelter materials and non-food items to the most affected households.

On February 11, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Malawi Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 10,000 flood-affected people for three months.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Malawi – Floods (Tropical Cyclone Idai).

2019-03-28MadagascarDisease outbreak

Madagascar – Measles Outbreak

On March 28, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Malagasy Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 1.95 million people for three months. The operation will focus on the provision of vaccines and measles sensitization in affected communities.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Appeal: Madagascar – Measles Outbreak.

2019-03-17AfghanistanFlood

Afghanistan – Floods

On March 17, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Afghan Red Crescent Society (ARCS) in providing immediate assistance to approximately 650,000 people for 12 months. The operation will focus on the provision of shelter, health, WASH and livelihood interventions to flood affected populations. Part of the Canadian contribution will be used to support the deployment of 2,000 family tents, in response to critical needs identified by the ARCS and the IFRC.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Appeal: Afghanistan – Floods.

2019-03-14MozambiqueCyclone

Mozambique – Tropical Cyclone Idai

On March 14, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Mozambique Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 17,000 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on meeting the immediate shelter, water and sanitation, and health needs of households displaced by flooding or otherwise impacted by the storm.

On March 19, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Mozambique Red Cross Society in providing additional assistance to approximately 75,000 people for 12 months. The operation will focus on meeting the emergency shelter, water and sanitation, and health needs of people affected by the cyclone.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Mozambique – Tropical Cyclone Idai

2019-03-12SomaliaDrought

Somalia – Drought

On March 12, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Somali Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 5,100 people for three months. The operation will focus on the provision of multipurpose cash disbursements, geared towards supporting access to food and basic needs in the Somaliland region of Somalia.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Somalia - Drought.

2019-02-21PakistanDrought

Pakistan – Drought

On February 21, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Pakistan Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 15,000 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on providing cash interventions to drought affected households.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Pakistan - Drought.

2019-02-18HaitiCivil unrest

Haiti – Civil Unrest

On February 18, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Haitian Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 5,500 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the replenishment of relief supplies, including first aid kits, emergency food and safe water provided to highly vulnerable people and the most affected communities.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action – Haiti Civil Unrest.

2019-02-18CubaTornado

Cuba – Tornado

On February 18, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Cuban Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 1,500 people for three months. The operation will focus on providing shelter, health, water, sanitation, and hygiene.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action – Cuba Tornado.

2019-02-12PhilippinesDisease outbreak

Philippines – Measles Outbreak

On February 12, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Philippine Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 290,000 people for 3 months. On March 6, 2019, the IFRC launched a revised emergency relief operation to support the Philippine Red Cross Society in providing additional assistance to approximately 260,000 people for 7 months. The operation will focus on providing health, water, sanitation, and hygiene services.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Appeal: Philippines - Measles Outbreak.

2019-01-31Democratic Republic of the CongoPopulation movement

Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) – Population Movement

On January 31, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the DRC Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 3,600 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on emergency shelter, NFIs, food, health, water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: DRC – Population Movement.

2019-01-28ArgentinaFlood

Argentina – Floods

On January 28, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Argentine Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 31,500 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on providing health, water, sanitation and hygiene, as well as protection, gender and inclusion.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action – Argentina: Floods.

2019-01-24Democratic Republic of the CongoPopulation movement

Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) – Population Movement

On January 24, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Republic of Congo Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 3,000 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on responding to urgent needs in shelter, NFIs, water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), including hygiene promotion and health.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: DRC – Population Movement.

2019-01-17LebanonExtreme weather condition

Lebanon – Extreme Weather Condition

On January 17, 2019, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency relief operation to support the Lebanese Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 3,500 people for 3 months. The operation will focus on the provision of emergency search and rescue, evacuation and provision of shelter, food and non-food assistance.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Lebanon Extreme Weather Condition.

2021-05-16AfghanistanFlood

Afghanistan – Flooding

On 16 May, 2021 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Afghan Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 14,000 people for six months. The operation will focus on the provision of emergency shelter and household items, unconditional cash support, and water sanitation and hygiene services to vulnerable households affected by the flooding.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Afghanistan - Floods (PDF, 21 pages, 812 KB).

2021-05-15SomaliaDrought

Somalia – Drought

On 15 May 2021 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Somalia Red Crescent Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 121,000 people for four months. The operation will focus on the provision of emergency healthcare services and basic household items for populations affected by drought.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Somalia – Drought (PDF, 18 pages, 585 KB).

2021-04-23KenyaFlood

Kenya – Floods

On 23 April 2021 the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) launched an emergency relief operation to support the Kenya Red Cross Society in providing immediate assistance to approximately 9,300 people for three months. The operation will focus on improving access to safe water and sanitation and the provision of emergency healthcare services and essential household items to people affected by flooding.

Canada is supporting this emergency relief operation through the Canadian Red Cross Society. For more details on this emergency operation supported by Canada, refer to: Emergency Plan of Action: Kenya - Floods (PDF, 19 pages, 1 MB).

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