Save the Children Canada

Every child deserves to survive, learn & be protected. In 2024, we helped 113 million children do just that — thanks to YOU. Read our annual report to learn more.

“Every war is a war on children. All children have the right to access a safe education, and schools should always be a haven for children – not a battlefield. Every effort must now be made to prevent further escalation in the Middle East,” Inger Ashing, CEO of @Save_Children

Gaza: Reports of 5 children killed in Israeli strikes yesterday. "The world must not look away. Palestinians in Gaza need a definitive ceasefire as the only way to save lives & protect children" - @AhmadAlhendawi @save_children Dir. Middle East, North Africa & Eastern Europe Interviews available.

"#Sudan's catastrophic conflict has made life a living hell for upwards of 15.6 million children. For 1,000 days children have been displaced, hungry, & experiencing appalling violence. This has to end" Mohamad Abdiladif @save_children #Sudan is available for interviews Full Quote: social.savethechildren.ca/4jGjSWn

Children in #Gaza have entered 2026 facing ongoing storms & flooding that have left them exposed to water-borne diseases & an urgent need for supplies to rebuild shelters. Statement: bit.ly/4bpDJqH

How does the Save the Children reach remote communities with essential health care? Our colleague, Palal explains what’s packed in a mobile health clinic

SYRIA: One child has reportedly been killed amid new violence in #Aleppo. “In the last day displacement has surged with over 16,000 people forced from homes. We will be distributing food, blankets, clothes,” Rasha Murhez, Syria Country Director available for interview News Quote: bit.ly/4sshXZo

New year, same commitment to children. In #Gaza: ❤️We're the 3rd largest provider of education in emergencies 📦We delivered 23,287 life‑saving items between Oct-Dec. 💊We delivered 6 pallets of medical supplies. And we will continue to deliver lifesaving services to children.

When emergencies strike, seconds matter. We move fast. bringing lifesaving medical care, expert teams, and support to families where they need it most. Before, during, and after crisis. Your support could save a child’s life, donate now. savethechildren.ca/donate

Asma welcomed her baby, Sara*, in a Save the Children mobile health clinic, where warmth, care and essentials made a safe start possible. Across Sudan, we’re reaching millions with lifesaving support and scaling up our response into 2026 to help newly displaced families survive and recover.

Children across the world are hopeful for a better future. They won’t give up. We won’t give up. Thank you for standing with us.

📢Five deadly diseases for children – cholera, measles, malaria, tuberculosis and diarrhea could witness major resurgences in 2026 Canada lost its measles elimination status amid a rise in cases. Press Release: bit.ly/3L54K8b

In a year full of uncertainty, you showed up for children in crisis. 💛 Because of you, children received lifesaving care, protection, and hope, even in the toughest places to be a child. Thank you for standing with us.

The horrors children in #Sudan are facing must not be normalized. Children must be protected and international humanitarian law must be upheld. This is not up for debate: it is an indisputable fact and a legal duty owed to every child. Keep eyes on Sudan.

GAZA: 4 out of 5 children to face catastrophic levels of hunger in 2026 “As the year draws to a close and some people start to sit back, do not be fooled into thinking the suffering in Gaza is over.”- @AhmadAlhendawi Press Release: social.savethechildren.ca/4j3kvsF

The generosity we saw this Giving Tuesday was incredible — so many people from coast to coast to coast stood up and supported our global neighbours. Thank you. Truly. Canada is a caring country and our community makes sure our global neighbours don’t face crises alone. Together we’ve set a strong foundation for the work ahead of us. Thank you for your generosity. Because of you, the Humanitarian Coalition and our 12 members have more resources to provide food, shelter, clean water, hygiene supplies across the globe. With presence in 160 countries, our members are able to respond to humanitarian crises within hours.

We're honoured to join forces with Akim Aliu and the Time to Dream Foundation as they make a generous gift to our Children's Emergency Fund. Because of this support, children facing crisis and conflict will receive urgent care, safety, and hope. Thank you, Akim, for using your platform and your voice to uplift children around the world. This partnership is just the beginning ❤️.

“Parental controls work best when paired with open conversation and trust.” Save the Children’s Jeffrey DeMarco shares 5 tips to help families navigate screen time, gaming and AI this holiday season. 🎮📱 #ChildSafety #DigitalWellbeing Press Release: social.savethechildren.ca/4p5NPAr

📢#AFGHANISTAN: New IPC report shows more than 1 in 3 children facing crisis levels of #hunger as winter starts - that's 9 mil children. That's the population of #Quebec! Spoxs person available from Afghanistan PR: social.savethechildren.ca/4pJfaJI

Save the Children is proud to announce a new partnership with Akim Aliu and the Time to Dream Foundation, who are making a generous contribution to our Children’s Emergency Fund. This support helps us respond rapidly when crises strike reaching children in places like Gaza, Ukraine and Sudan with life-saving protection, education, and health care. Thank you, Akim, for standing with children when they need it most. Together, we can ensure more children grow up safe, supported, and full of possibility ❤️.

PR: An estimated 8mn babies born into conflict and climate crises in 2025. "Many of these babies are engaged in a fight for survival from the moment they are born" @save_children's head of health. Spox's persons available. PR here: social.savethechildren.ca/4iV6tcH