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Not only was the Commander of the NATO military mission to Libya Canadian Lt.-Gen. Charles Bouchard; but Canada’s air, naval, and special forces were also deployed to support the military intervention. In response to the situation in Libya, the UN Security Council adopted Resolutions 1970 and 1973.
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The flooding in Libya caused by Storm Daniel has resulted in significant loss of life and devastated infrastructure, creating a crisis for the displaced people now dealing with the aftermath.
September 15, 2023 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada
The flooding in Libya caused by Storm Daniel has resulted in significant loss of life and devastated infrastructure, creating a crisis for the displaced people now dealing with the aftermath.
The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, announced $5 million in funding to help humanitarian partners deliver immediate life-saving assistance, including emergency health, water, sanitation, and hygiene, as well as shelter and non-food items, in the areas of northeastern Libya affected by the flooding.
This support will respond to the assessed needs identified in UN and Red Cross/Red Crescent appeals, including for the populations who have been displaced by the impact of the flooding.
This funding will add to the US$10 million allocated to this crisis through the UN Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF), to which Canada is a key donor.
“Canadians are saddened by the loss of life and terrible destruction caused by the flooding in Libya. Canadians believe in helping others in times of crisis, which is why the Government of Canada will provide life-saving assistance on the ground in Libya.”
- Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development
- Global Affairs Canada
May 16, 2018 · Canada announced on September 1, 2011, that it was lifting many of its unilateral sanctions in order to support the Libyan people and the new governing authorities. The measures imposed under the authority of the Special Economic Measures Act found in section 8 and 9 (b) were repealed on August 31, 2011.
Feb 5, 2021 · 2021-02-05. Canada welcomes the agreement among representatives of the Libyan Political Dialogue Forum (LPDF) to establish a new interim government and hold democratic elections in Libya in December 2021. This achievement is a critical step toward the political reconciliation and lasting stability that all Libyans deserve.
Nov 11, 2020 · Canada remains deeply concerned about the human rights situation in Libya, including severe violations related to the ongoing conflict in Libya. The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) reports that 106 civilians were killed and 252 were injured from April 1 to June 30, 2020 due to the conflict. Since June 2020, the International ...
Oct 28, 2011 · 2011-10-28. As directed by the Government of Canada, Operation Mobile (Canada's military response to the crisis in Libya) will commence mission closure activities. This announcement comes as the North Atlantic Council agreed today to end Operation Unified Protector, the NATO-led effort to impose on Libya the arms embargo and no-fly zone ...
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Jun 14, 2011 · Canada is committing another $2 million in aid for Libya, International Cooperation Minister Bev Oda announced Tuesday. "The situation in Libya remains volatile, as thousands of people remain in ...
