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Title:

Lebanon - Emergency Response to Explosion in Beirut - Canadian Red Cross Society 2020

Agreement Number:

7422350 P009698001

Agreement Value:

$2,000,000.00

Agreement Date:

Aug 13, 2020 - Mar 31, 2021

Description:

August 2020 – A massive explosion occurred in Lebanon’s capital, Beirut, a city of 2.4 million people. The explosion took place in the capital city’s port, which is the main point of entry for all Lebanese imports, including food and other basic items. Multiple medical facilities, including several major hospitals, also sustained structural damage and have ceased to be operational. The Government of Lebanon has estimated that more than 300,000 people have lost their homes and 220 people have died. The Lebanese Red Cross is providing emergency medical services and aid distribution in areas most affected by the blast. With GAC’s support, the Canadian Red Cross and the Lebanese Red Cross are working to save lives and help reduce the suffering of people affected by the explosion. Project activities include: (1) providing blood transfusion programming, including the testing and distributing of blood supply to local health centers; (2) scaling up emergency medical services and ambulatory services; and (3) distributing food, hygiene products, and household items to vulnerable people.

Organization:

Global Affairs Canada

Expected Results:

The expected outcomes for this project include: (1) increased access and availability of essential blood supply (2) improved delivery of critical health and medical services; and (3) increased access to essential food and non-food items to 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:

064-2020-2021-Q2-00048

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

119219814

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Recipient's Legal Name:

Canadian Red Cross

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.