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Driven by a deep commitment to human dignity and global solidarity, Good Neighbours Canada steps forward when sudden disaster threatens vulnerable communities. In times of crisis, international solidarity and grassroots compassion come together to protect the most vulnerable. Through the generosity of our individual donors, dedicated church communities, local organizations, and media partners, we are proud to share a major milestone in our humanitarian response.
To date, our community has raised $19,062 for Emergency Relief in Venezuela and $25,588 for our Nepal Flood Emergency Response.
Here is an overview of the ongoing humanitarian crises in both countries, the life-saving work achieved by Good Neighbors Global Emergency Response Teams and partners on the ground, and a heartfelt tribute to the community members who made this support possible.
On June 24, 2026, consecutive earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitudes struck Yaracuy State, Venezuela, triggering a national state of emergency. Impacting major populated regions including Caracas, La Guaira, Miranda, and Falcón, the disaster led to the temporary shutdown of Maiquetía International Airport.
The tragedy claimed at least 6,125 lives, injured over 16,740 people, and displaced at least 24,477 people, leaving an estimated 6.76 million people directly affected and in urgent need of humanitarian assistance. An assessment by the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction estimates direct physical damage to housing and infrastructure at $37 billion, leaving city areas uninhabitable without basic utilities or functional hospitals. Consequently, thousands of displaced individuals have been forced into temporary tent settlements on school grounds without adequate privacy, safety, and basic sanitation.
Through our emergency campaign, Good Neighbours Canada surpassed its initial $10,000 goal to raise $19,062 in support of the Good Neighbors Global $1,000,000 USD Emergency Response Operation targeting 5,000 of the hardest-hit households.
Good Neighbors Global Emergency Response Teams partnered directly with local and international organizations, including the Wayuu Taya Foundation and Prepara Familia, who further collaborated with other on the ground emergency response organisations including the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR). Over the initial emergency response phase across 5 states (Caracas, La Guaira, Miranda, Falcón, and Yaracuy), Good Neighbors and its implementing partners reached 34,455 families (123,306 individuals) with:
As the response transitions into early recovery, our field teams are supporting Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) projects, distributing over $200,000 worth of vital medical supplies, and implementing ongoing psychosocial support programs to help children and families heal from trauma.
On August 26, 2026, a catastrophic high-velocity flash flood triggered by an ice-rock avalanche and debris flow originating from the upper catchment of Lhende Khola struck the Bhote Koshi River corridor in northern Rasuwa. Flood surges reached 8 to 10 metres high, carrying mud, boulders, and debris down into the Trishuli River basin. Downstream communities across Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading, Gorkha, and Tanahun were severely hit, with warning alerts extending as far as Chitwan.
Across the affected districts in Nuwakot, the flash floods impacted more than 65,000 individuals, 22,100 of which are children. As of 26 September 202, the death toll is 1,453 with 5,285 people still missing. Infrastructure damage was severe: at least 80 bridges were washed away, along with major roads, market villages, telecommunication facilities, and hydropower projects.
In response, Good Neighbours Canada launched a campaign with an initial $10,000 target, subsequently raising the goal and securing $25,588 thanks to community generosity.
Working alongside Good Neighbors Nepal and the Global Humanitarian Operations Unit, emergency relief was rapidly mobilized across four distinct phases, with a focus on Nuwakot (including Bidur Municipality and Kispang Rural Municipality):
Our field teams continue to focus on long-term recovery pillars including education, health, food security, shelter, livelihood restoration, and multi-purpose tent deployments.
This life-saving assistance is possible because local groups,organizations, and individual donors stood up to make a difference. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to every donor, with special recognition to our key community fundraisers:
Running an extensive donation campaign from August 17 to September 25, The Korea Times Daily Canada published multiple fundraising articles that mobilized widespread support across the community. Their campaign raised $10,050 for Venezuela and $12,150 for Nepal (totaling $22,200 raised through their appeal).
For over 50 years, The Korea Times Daily Canada has represented the Korean Canadian community, covering immigration, advocacy, and social development for tens of thousands of readers across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
Demonstrating international solidarity, the church leadership and congregation thoughtfully decided to allocate their support equally, donating $2,000 to Venezuela and $2,000 to Nepal emergency relief efforts.
Demonstrating generous community spirit, Pilgrim Community Church organized a charity bazaar to raise funds for emergency relief, donating their proceeds of $2,230 to people in need in Venezuela. The Church congregation then opened their hearts again to raise a further $2,000 in support of relief efforts in Nepal.
We express our warm thanks to the members of the Happy Senior Centre, who gathered $600 for Nepal to provide critical survival essentials for flood-affected families.
Emergency humanitarian response requires swift action in the moment and a long-term commitment to community recovery. From a local church bazaar in Toronto to hygiene kit distributions in Nuwakot and shelter setup in Yaracuy, every contribution brings hope to those facing loss.
To learn more about our humanitarian projects, have a look at our ongoing campaigns and projects, discover news articles on our blog, or explore how you can get involved or start a community fundraiser. Thank you for standing alongside our global neighbors when they need it most.
Source: UN News. (2026, July 6). Venezuela quake: UN continues to scale up as damage estimate reaches $37 billion. United Nations. https://news.un.org/en/story/2026/07/1167879
