Canada’s Afghan Refugee Response Demands Attention
This excerpt from the Toronto Star discusses the government's response to the Afghan crisis and Canada’s world-renowned Private Sponsorship of Refugees program.
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When Will the Next Flight of Afghan Refugees Arrive? Will the Government Lift the Private Sponsorship Cap?
Senator Omidvar asked Senator Gold about the next flight of of Afghan refugees and if the private sponsorship cap will be lifted.
‘Risk Aversion’ Complicates Passage of Senate Bill to Repurpose Frozen Assets for Victims
This excerpt from the Hill Times discusses Bill S-217, the Frozen Assets Repurposing Act, which is sponsored by Senator Omidvar.
Speech on Bill S-217: The Frozen Assets Repurposing Act
Senator Omidvar describes how her bill would repurpose the frozen assets of those who've committed grave human rights abuses to help their victims.
Recognizing the Heroic Efforts of Canadians to Bring their Former Afghan Colleagues to Safety
Senator Omidvar made a statement to recognize the many Canadians, particularly former members of the Armed Forces, who are helping bring their former Afghan colleagues to safety.
When Will the Government Outline a Detailed Plan to Bring Afghan Refugees to Canada?
Senator Omidvar asked Senator Gold how the government plans to bring Afghan refugees to Canada and if safe houses will be funded.
Urgent Call to Action in Response to the Crisis in Afghanistan
The World Refugee & Migration Council has published an open letter calling on the federal government to resolve four major issues in order to secure the safe and timely evacuation of at-risk Afghans.
Open Letter to Minister Joly Urges the Government to to Provide Funding to Keep Safe Houses in Kabul Open
Senator Omidvar is urging the federal government to provide desperately needed funding to keep safe houses in Kabul open.
A Post-Election To-Do List for the Afghan Crisis
This excerpt from Policy Options outlines steps the government should take to respond to the refugee crisis in Afghanistan.
Evil Must not Prevail in Afghanistan
In this excerpt from the Toronto Star, journalist and human rights activist Sally Armstrong comments on the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan.