Grants and Contributions:
Title:
CRC – Bangladesh – Cyclone Remal - 2024
Agreement Number:
7460395 P014578001
Agreement Value:
$500,000.00
Agreement Date:
Jul 23, 2024 - Mar 31, 2025
Description:
On May 26, 2024, Cyclone Remal struck Bangladesh causing storm surges reaching 8 to 12 feet above normal levels. Within hours, it triggered widespread flooding and caused extensive damage to houses, infrastructure, and agriculture. These events affected an estimated 4.6 million people and left 800,000 people displaced.
With GAC’s support, the Canadian Red Cross, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) are working to save lives and help reduce the suffering of people affected by the cyclone. Project activities include: (1) providing multi-purpose cash to meet basic needs; (2) distributing in-kind relief items; and (3) providing emergency healthcare and protection services, including mental health and psychosocial support.
Organization:
Global Affairs Canada
Expected Results:
The expected outcome of this project includes: increased access to humanitarian assistance to support vulnerable and at-risk populations.
The expected ultimate outcome is lives saved, suffering alleviated, and human dignity maintained in countries experiencing humanitarian crises or acute food insecurity.
Location:
Ottawa, Ontario, CA K2P 2H8
Reference Number:
064-2024-2025-Q2-00381
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Recipient's Operating Name:
Canadian Red Cross
Recipient's Legal Name:
Canadian Red Cross Society
Federal Riding Name:
Ottawa Centre
Federal Riding Number:
35075
Program:
International Development Assistance Program
Program Purpose:
The main purpose on the International Development Assistance Program is to reduce poverty for those living in countries where Global Affairs Canada engages in international development.