Mr. Speaker, Canada's response to the humanitarian crisis in East Timor has been speedy and effective.
Today I am pleased to announce an additional $1.5 million to the money that was announced some time ago with respect to assistance in East Timor. This brings Canada's contribution to $2.9 million since the crisis in East Timor started.
Canada's contribution will, among other things, assist the victims of violence and provide them with the very much needed food and shelter.