What is the Government Doing to Prevent the Exploitation of International Students?
Senator Omidvar asked Senator Gold what the government is doing to prevent the abuse of international students.
In the Chamber
Are You Aware that Sanctions are Hampering Red Cross Aid to Syrians Affected by the Earthquakes?
Senator Omidvar asked Senator Gold if the government is aware of the difficulties the Canadian Red Cross is facing when trying to aid those affected by the earthquakes.
Will the Government Seize and Repurpose the Assets of Sanctioned Iranians? And Why Hasn’t the IRGC Been Designated as a Terrorist Group?
Senator Omidvar asked Senator Gold if the government will seize the assets of sanctioned Iranians, while Senator Miville-Dechêne asked why the IRGC hasn't been designated as a terrorist group.
Giving a Face to Iran’s 14,000 Political Prisoners
Senator Miville-Dechêne gave a statement in support of the brave Iranians standing up for women, life, and freedom.
Calling on the Government to Designate the Russian-Supported Wagner Group as a Terrorist Entity
On January 31, 2023, Senator Omidvar's motion that the government designate the Wagner Group as a terrorist entity was unanimously adopted in the Senate.
The Inter-Parliamentary Canadian Friendship Group for a Free Iran Will Help Amplify Women’s Voices
On December 14, 2022, Senator Omidvar announced the launch of the Inter-Parliamentary Canadian Friendship Group for a Free Iran.
Bill C-242: Family Reunification Helps Immigrants Succeed
Senator Omidvar spoke to Bill C-242, An Act to amend the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (temporary resident visas for parents and grandparents).
Bill C-32: The Disbursement Quota Increase Will Create a More Equitable Distribution of Charitable Funds
Senator Omidvar spoke to Bill C-32, the Fall Economic Statement Implementation Act.
Will the Attorney General Provide a Guarantee of Non-Prosecutions for Aid Organizations in Afghanistan?
Senator Omidvar asked Senator Gold if the Attorney General will provide an interim guarantee of non-prosecutions for Canadian aid organizations working in Afghanistan.
Climate Change Will Produce a Knock-On Effect in Creating Mass Displacement
Senator Omidvar spoke to Senator Coyle’s inquiry on the importance of finding solutions to transition Canada’s society, economy and resource use in pursuit of a fair, prosperous, sustainable and peaceful net-zero emissions future.