News

Fantino: Canada Stands With Haiti

By: Caribbean Journal Staff - January 11, 2013 - 9:56 pm

Above: Minister for International Cooperation Julian Fantino (UN Photo/Rick Bajornas)

By the Caribbean Journal staff

Canadian International Cooperation Minister Julian Fantino issued a statement on the third anniversary of the earthquake in Haiti Friday, a week after the country announced that it would be freezing aid for new development projects in the Caribbean country.

“It took 35 seconds to claim the lives of more than 230,000 men, women and children, and injure 300,000 more,” he said. “Many Canadians working in partnership with Haitians also died on that day including; RCMP officers, development and humanitarian workers.”

The Minister said Canada’s relief efforts in Haiti brought emergency food assistance to more than 4.9 million Haitians, with 1.7 million people receiving daily access to safe drinking water as a result.

“Canada’s work in Haiti demonstrates that our humanitarian assistance ultimately saves lives,” he said. “As the magnitude of the tragedy set in, our government moved quickly to provide immediate disaster relief in Haiti.”

Fantino said Canada wished to pay tribute to those who lost their lives and “stand with the people of Haiti who hope for a more secure and prosperous future.”

Popular Posts antigua long bay

25 Perfect Caribbean Beaches to Add to Your Summer Bucket List

There’s nothing like a Caribbean beach in summer. The crowds thin out, the winds relax, and the islands start breathing in a different way. The beaches you thought you knew feel new again— stretches of sand once packed with winter […]


The 15 Best Hotels in Trinidad and Tobago, From Hidden Eco-Retreats to Luxury Towers

trinidad and tobago hotels where to stay

From Port of Spain to Tobago’s quiet coasts, these are the places to check in now No two Caribbean islands are quite like Trinidad and Tobago—and no two hotels here feel the same. This is a destination of contrast: Carnival […]


This Marriott All-Inclusive Resort Is Coming to Barbados —  And You Can Book It With Points

new brand for the caribbean

Barbados has long been a haven for adults in search of refinement — the kind of place where luxury and culture blend in quiet, confident harmony. Now, that ethos is becoming the foundation of a new resort concept that aims […]


Related Posts all-inclusive dominican republic puerto plata

More Flights from Canada to the Dominican Republic 

The Dominican Republic has approved a new route from Canada to the popular tourism destination of Puerto Plata.  The country’s Civil Aviation Board has given the nod to a new Sunwing flight that will operate from now through Oct. 18, […]


Marriott Names New Area GM for Haiti, Dominican Republic 

all-inclusive dominican republic adults-only

Marriott International has named a new area general manager for Haiti and the Dominican Republic.  The company has tapped Brock Hochhalter to the role, in which he will be responsible for the premium and luxury Marriott hotels in the two […]


Antigua and Barbuda Makes Big Tourism Push in Canada

antigua tamarind

Antigua and Barbuda is redoubling its efforts to court travelers from Canada.  The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority led a major tourism push in Canada this week, with a delegation led by ABTA Chief Executive Officer Colin C. James and […]