Mr. Speaker, I am presenting a petition on behalf of residents of my riding. They highlight that Israel's policies and actions violate the obligations set out under the Geneva Convention, which it is required to respect; that Canada is required to respect international humanitarian law; and that Israel, as an occupying power, must allow and facilitate humanitarian aid by impartial organizations.
The petitioners clearly ask that Canada publicly and unequivocally reject the militarized aid model currently used in Palestine; demand the full restoration of access for UN agencies and established humanitarian aid, including UNRWA and the World Food Programme; insist on safe and immediate entry for Canadian health care workers and other international humanitarian personnel to Palestine; withhold Canadian funding from any entity or model that does not comply with these principles of neutrality, impartiality, independence and humanity; and ensure that all Canadian aid to Gaza be delivered through internationally recognized humanitarian channels.