October 15, 2025 – In recent weeks, the Philippines has faced multiple natural disasters, including a tropical cyclone and 7.4 earthquakes in Cebu and Davao, which have resulted in the loss of life, as well as damage to homes and infrastructure, impacting local communities and economies. La Nina is expected to bring more super tropical storms.
Today, the Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development) announced $650,000 in funding for humanitarian assistance to support emergency relief efforts in the Philippines.
Canada will allocate $350,000 to World Vision Canada, a member of the Humanitarian Coalition, to provide relief items and emergency shelter, protection services and water, and sanitation and hygiene services, through the Canadian Humanitarian Assistance Fund.
Canada will also allocate $250,000 to support the Philippine Red Cross’s ongoing relief operations in Cebu through the Emergency Disaster Assistance Fund, which is administered by the Canadian Red Cross.
The remaining $50,000 is being provided from the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives for relief operations in Cebu and will support the distribution of dignity and hygiene kits and emergency shelter through Angat Pinas Inc., a Filipino non-profit organization.
Canada has also offered to deploy relief supplies from its emergency stockpiles prepositioned in the region should they be requested.
Canada continues to monitor the situation and remains in close contact with experienced partners to assess and respond to evolving needs.
“The Philippines is especially vulnerable to natural disasters, and Canada stands with its people as they face the impacts of these recent disasters. This support will help provide some relief, and we will continue to explore additional ways to help as needed.” - Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development)
“My heart goes out to the Filipino families impacted by natural disasters. In this difficult moment, Canada is helping communities across the Philippines get back on their feet, providing life-saving assistance now and supporting resilience for the weeks ahead. We will keep working with trusted partners on the ground and stand with the Filipino people every step of the way.” - Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism)
Quick facts
- In fiscal year 2023 to 2024, Canada provided $45.8 million in development assistance funding for the Philippines.
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