Canada and Ireland have pledged humanitarian assistance to the Philippines following the devastation caused by Super Typhoon Uwan.
The powerful storm left at least two people dead and displaced over one million individuals across several regions, with authorities continuing to validate additional casualties and damage.
The Embassy of Canada in Manila expressed sympathy for those impacted, stating, “Our thoughts are with those who have been affected by Super Typhoon Uwan in several regions across the Philippines.”
The embassy added that it is working with both local and international humanitarian partners “to determine how best to help address urgent needs and support recovery efforts.”
In a separate statement, the Embassy of Ireland conveyed its condolences and readiness to support the Philippines’ relief operations.
According to the embassy, Ireland will channel assistance through the Central Emergency Response Fund of the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, which has released 5.9 million dollars to aid vulnerable communities.
Additionally, Ireland-backed Start Ready, under the Start Network, has disbursed funds for Eastern Samar and Surigao del Norte. The embassy noted that Ireland has provided 6.2 million euros in total funding since 2022, with 2.5 million euros allocated for climate and humanitarian response in 2025.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has directed all relevant government agencies to intensify relief operations, deploy medical teams, and accelerate recovery efforts in affected regions.
The Office of Civil Defense reported that the Bicol Region recorded the highest number of evacuees, including around 100,050 families, while 44,000 families in Camarines Sur and 20,000 families in Quezon Province remain in temporary shelters.
As rescue and rehabilitation efforts continue, Canada and Ireland’s swift response underscores the growing international support for the Philippines in the wake of one of the most destructive storms to hit the country this year.
