Priorities[edit]
Social development
CIDA has supported programs relating directly to the treatment of STDs in developing countries. It also cites basic education and child protection as priorities in the social development of countries that it aids.
Economic well-being
Environmental sustainability
With a focus upon issues such as climate change, land degradation, and water supply, CIDA sought to help developing nations maintain healthy ecosystems.[4] CIDA was a partner in the Canada Iraq Marshlands Initiative.[5] For example, CIDA was a major donor to the International LUBILOSA Programme: which developed a biological pesticide for locust control, in support of small-holder farmers in the Sahel.
Governance
CIDA strove for human rights, democracy, and good governance. The agency also supported gender equality.