Bill S-211: Can Measures be Taken to Support Child Labourers so That They Don’t End Up in Poverty?
Senator Omidvar asked Senator Miville-Dechêne about Bill S-211, the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act.
In the Chamber
Recognizing the Strong Women Who Have Led Barbados in a Peaceful Transition to a Republic
Senator Omidvar made a statement to recognize the roles Prime Minister Mia Mottley and President Sandra Mason played in leading Barbados through the transition to a republic.
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.
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.
Speech on Bill S-216: The Effective and Accountable Charities Act
Senator Omidvar describes how her bill amends the language in the Income Tax Act to enable charities to establish equal partnerships with non-charities.
When Will the Government Grant Citizenship to Raif Badawi? Why Are Families Waiting Years to Get a Response to their Citizenship Applications?
Senator Omidvar asked Senator Gold about citizenship application backlogs and when Raif Badawi will be granted citizenship.
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.
Will Essential Migrant Workers be Allowed to Apply for Bridging Work Permits? And How Many Caregiver Applications Have Been Processed?
Senator Omidvar asked Senator Gold about bridging work permits and caregiver applications.
Bill C-10: What Impact Will This Legislation Have on Canadian Digital Content Producers and Content Discoverability?
Senator Omidvar asked Senator Dasko and Senator Miville-Dechêne about the impact of Bill C-10.