Adedokun Waliyu 
Canada has announced a new $51 million aid package to support Ukraine amid its ongoing war with Russia.
The funding, revealed by Randeep Sarai, will be used for humanitarian assistance, preparations for post-war elections, and support for war veterans.
This latest contribution brings Canada’s total assistance to Ukraine since the start of the invasion in 2022 to nearly $26 billion, covering military aid, humanitarian support, and financial assistance.
A significant portion of the funds — $32.1 million — will go toward humanitarian relief through organizations such as the International Committee of the Red Cross and the World Food Programme. The support will address urgent needs including shelter, food, water, sanitation, and emergency healthcare for civilians.
Additional allocations include $5 million to UN Women to support recovery efforts and Ukraine’s path toward European Union integration, as well as $2 million to the United Nations Development Programme.
To prepare for governance after the war, $6 million will support the organisation of free and fair elections through the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance. Elections in Ukraine have been suspended due to martial law, which has been in place since the invasion began.
Another $5 million will be directed toward supporting Ukrainian veterans and their families, strengthening the capacity of the country’s Ministry of Veterans.
The announcement follows earlier commitments by Canada, including contributions to NATO assistance programs and additional military aid pledged earlier this year.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who was elected in 2019, continues to lead the country under martial law as the conflict persists.
