Canon donates 1 million euros to Ukraine efforts

Canon Inc. announced it is making a donation of approximately one million euros (approximately JPY 130 million / USD $1.1 million) to humanitarian efforts for Ukraine.

The print industry the world over has responded to the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

In a press statement:

“Canon Inc. expresses deep concern for the ongoing military attacks against Ukraine and the humanitarian crisis it has created, and hopes that the people affected may soon be able to live in peace once again.

As such, the Canon Group is making a donation of approximately one million euros (approximately JPY 130 million / USD $1.1 million) to the UNHCR refugee agency and other international humanitarian organisations.

These funds will be used to provide support to the Ukrainian people whose lives have been so deeply affected. The Canon Group will strive to provide ongoing support through such measures as collecting donations from Group employees.

Canon's corporate philosophy is kyosei. It conveys our dedication to seeing all people harmoniously living and working together in happiness into the future.

Canon sincerely wishes for a peaceful resolution as soon as possible.”