Dear John,

The situation in Ukraine is ever evolving and quickly worsening right now. This week we saw the numbers fleeing Ukraine exceed 3 million people. In just 3 weeks.

“I have worked in refugee crises for almost 40 years and I have rarely seen such an incredibly fast exodus of people.” These are the words of UN High Commissioner for Refugees, Filippo Grandi – speaking to the UN Security Council, on the deteriorating situation in Ukraine.

With more people fleeing every day, UNHCR urgently needs your help to continue providing humanitarian support to people forced to flee.

PLEASE DONATE NOW

We have reinforced our operations in Ukraine and neighbouring countries – with stockpiles positioned in various locations in the region. We are also working with governments in neighbouring countries requesting they continue to keep their borders open to those seeking safety and protection. Despite immense hurdles, we have been able to deliver aid within Ukraine and surrounding countries.

But the humanitarian needs continue to grow. Your gift today can help us: 

• Support forcibly displaced people in Ukraine with emergency shelter repair kits and core relief items such as tarpaulins for shelters, blankets, jerry-cans and other urgently needed items  
• Provide cash assistance to help ensure people can pay for emergency shelter, food and health care
• Support access to legal assistance, transit centres for displaced people and psychosocial support
• Assist with family reunification and specific support to the most vulnerable people, such as unaccompanied and separated children, women at risk and older people

Your support can help ensure that people forced to flee their homes are sheltered and safe.

Thank you for your compassion and support.

Yours gratefully,

Rema Jamous Imseis
UNHCR Representative in Canada