The $350 million will come on top of Global Affairs Canada's reference levels, specifically its humanitarian assistance program, which has an annual budget of $609 million. During a crisis, the department could dip into what we call our crisis pool. However, the $350 million—$150 million this year and $200 million next year—will be part of our humanitarian assistance program.
On May 6th, 2024. See this statement in context.