Press Releases

David Morley, UNICEF Canada President and CEO, appointed to the Order of Canada

Publication date: July 4, 2018

UNICEF Canada is pleased to announce and extend congratulations to our President and CEO, David Morley, who was appointed to the Order of Canada on June 29th, 2018. As Canada’s highest civilian honour, the Order of Canada recognizes outstanding achievement, dedication to the community and service to the nation. Morley has been invested into the Order “for his leadership in international development and for his humanitarian commitment to improving the lives of children and families around the world.”

In Yemen, peace is the only way forward

Publication date: July 3, 2018

Statement by Henrietta H. Fore, UNICEF Executive Director, at Geneva press briefing following 4-day visit to Yemen

Around 30 million children displaced by conflict need protection now and sustainable solutions over the long term – UNICEF

Publication date: June 20, 2018

On World Refugee Day, UNICEF launches ‘What Excites Us, Unites Us’ initiative to engage football fans in support of refugee and migrant children

Children should not be separated from their families because of their migration status

Publication date: June 19, 2018

Statement from UNICEF Executive Director Henrietta Fore on situation of migrant children and families in the U.S.

Next steps for migrant children arriving in Spain are critical

Publication date: June 15, 2018

With the impending arrival of the Aquarius and two Italian vessels – from the Coast Guard and Navy respectively - with 629 refugees and migrants on board, UNICEF welcomes the decision of the government and local authorities to prioritise the needs of children and young people during the reception and resettlement process.

Monsoon rains hit Rohingya refugee camps, raising risks for thousands of children

Publication date: June 14, 2018

Torrential rain and strong winds hit Rohingya refugee camps and makeshift settlements in the past week, threatening the health and safety of thousands of children as the first major storm of the monsoon season arrived in south-eastern Bangladesh.

G7 Summit - Education is elevated on the global agenda

Publication date: June 9, 2018

A Canada-led G7 Declaration to educate and empower girls in crisis-situations supported with a $3.8 B global commitment could have an impact on more than eight million children all over the world.

More than 160,000 Canadian and global citizens call on world leaders to make education for children in crises a priority, ensuring girls are not left behind

Publication date: June 5, 2018

Canada’s leading ask Government of Canada at the G7 Summit to commit $500M in new funding for educating children in crises and closing the education gap between girls and boys

UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Priyanka Chopra meets Rohingya refugee children in Bangladesh camps

Publication date: May 24, 2018

UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Priyanka Chopra has called for more support for vulnerable Rohingya refugee children and women following a four-day trip to refugee camps and informal settlements in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh.

UNICEF Canada and dozens of Canadian celebrities shine spotlight on challenges facing youth in Canada

Publication date: May 22, 2018

New campaign featuring Keanu Reeves, Celine Dion and other Canadian A-List celebrities calls on Canadians to ‘Act Now’