The Canadian Historical Association was represented at a meeting called by the United Nations Association in Canada on July 29, 1947, to discuss and create an organization for Canadian contributions to UNESCO's relief work. Despite the short notice, over 50 organizations and institutions with educational, cultural, and scientific interests attended. The meeting highlighted the urgent need for materials in devastated countries, estimated at $100 million for 1947 alone. It was decided to organize Canadian participation in UNESCO by coordinating efforts from voluntary associations, educational departments, and other willing organizations. A council and an executive committee were established, with a goal of raising at least $2 million in cash and an indefinite amount of goods. The executive committee was tasked with discussing ways to secure funding from governments and organizing a national campaign to collect money and materials for UNESCO relief efforts.The Canadian Historical Association was represented at a meeting called by the United Nations Association in Canada on July 29, 1947, to discuss and create an organization for Canadian contributions to UNESCO's relief work. Despite the short notice, over 50 organizations and institutions with educational, cultural, and scientific interests attended. The meeting highlighted the urgent need for materials in devastated countries, estimated at $100 million for 1947 alone. It was decided to organize Canadian participation in UNESCO by coordinating efforts from voluntary associations, educational departments, and other willing organizations. A council and an executive committee were established, with a goal of raising at least $2 million in cash and an indefinite amount of goods. The executive committee was tasked with discussing ways to secure funding from governments and organizing a national campaign to collect money and materials for UNESCO relief efforts.