“I want to cheer for a program that spends money. I think the program is very good. Tell us how our spending helps Lebanon!”
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In the Foreign Affairs debate in the Oral Questions section, the topic was Canada's humanitarian aid to Lebanon. Liberal MPs discussed how Canada has provided over $37.7 million in funding for critical assistance like food, medical services, shelter and clean water to help the people of Lebanon. They highlighted the tangible impacts, like providing nearly 5.7 million meals and emergency medical assistance to thousands in need.
“I want Canadians to feel good about the help we are giving. I think we are making a real difference. We spend money to give food and health care in bad places.”