WATCH: Senate Statement on World Refugee Day 2021
Senator Omidvar brings attention to the struggles that refugees are facing due to the pandemic, including a lack of access to vaccines.
Senate Business
WATCH: Discussing a TRIPS Waiver, Remittances, and if the Government Should Match the Donations of Canadians
During a meeting of the Standing Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs, Senator Omidvar asked about the efficacy of a TRIPS waiver, the impact of the pandemic on remittances, and if the government should match donations.
Bill C-8: Asking the Minister of Immigration about the New Citizenship Oath
Senator Omidvar asked Minister Mendicino if he consulted with immigrant communities about Bill C-8, and what is being done to ensure new immigrants learn about Indigenous history and rights upon arrival.
A Tribute to the Honourable Jim Munson
Senator Omidvar pays tribute to Senator Munson, who is retiring from the Senate.
Amending the Citizenship Oath – A First Step to Bringing Newcomers and Indigenous Communities Together
Senator Omidvar spoke to Bill C-8, which amends the Citizenship Oath to include a solemn promise to respect the treaty rights of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.
WATCH: Discussing Direction and Control, Canadian Donations to India, and Barriers to Pooling Resources
During a meeting of the Standing Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs, Senator Omidvar asked about direction and control requirements and if the government will match Canadian donations to India's fight against COVID-19.
Immigration Inquiry: The Importance of Francophone Immigration to Acadia and Minority Francophone Communities | Senator René Cormier
Senator Cormier speaks in support of Senator Omidvar's inquiry into immigration and prosperity.
WATCH: The Standing Committee on National Finance Studies Bill S-222, the Effective and Accountable Charities Act
Senator Omidvar addressed the National Finance committee during its study of the Effective and Accountable Charities Act.
Speech: Calling on the Government to Create Pathways to Permanency for Essential Temporary Migrant Workers
Senator Omidvar speaks to her motion calling on the government to create pathways to permanency for essential migrants workers.
Speech on Bill S-230: It’s Time to Restore Citizenship to Lost Canadians
Senator Omidvar expresses her support for Bill S-230, an Act to amend the Citizenship Act (granting citizenship to certain Canadians).