Indeed I can, Mr. Speaker, and I thank my colleague for an excellent question.
I am pleased to inform the House that Canada has indeed answered the call. Our initial contribution provided urgently needed medical services, relief supplies, food, water and shelter.
Yesterday in New York, the Minister of International Cooperation announced additional funding. The new pledge will help support the Haiti action plan and provide funding towards the priorities of the Haitian government.
As well, the minister reminded Canadians that our government will match the $220 million so generously donated by all Canadians.