Canada will join the initiative of the Czech Republic and allocate 30 million Canadian dollars (about 23 million US dollars) for the purchase of ammunition for Ukraine outside NATO.
The International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children, co-headed by Ukraine and Canada, has launched its work and presented the Framework Document of its activities at a meeting in Kyiv.
Canada has introduced a new temporary migration program that allows Ukrainians who are close relatives to Canadian nationals to obtain a permanent residence permit.
In a phone conversation with Justin Trudeau, Volodymyr Zelensky discussed the implementation of the agreements reached during his visit to Canada, as well as the continuation of defense cooperation.
Since the outset of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Canada has provided assistance to the nation totaling more than CAD 8 billion, including CAD 2 billion in defense aid.
In Canada, President Volodymyr Zelensky will hold talks with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, deliver a speech in parliament, and meet with business and the Ukrainian community.
Canada’s National Defense Minister, says the country will allocate CAD 33 million (US$24.4 million) for the purchase of equipment to strengthen Ukraine’s air defense capabilities.