Senate Business

Standing Senate Committee on Human Rights Releases Interim Report on Canada’s Restrictions on Humanitarian Aid To Afghanistan

Standing Senate Committee on Human Rights Senate of Canada December 16, 2022 AfghanRefugees, charities, human rights, NonProfits

Read the interim report of the Senate Committee on Human Rights on Canada's restrictions on humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan.

The Inter-Parliamentary Canadian Friendship Group for a Free Iran Will Help Amplify Women’s Voices

Senator Ratna Omidvar Senate of Canada December 16, 2022 Iran, ViolenceAgainstWomen, women

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 Ratna Omidvar Senate of Canada December 16, 2022 immigrants, immigration, integration, permanent residents

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 Ratna Omidvar Senate of Canada December 14, 2022 charities, foundations, NonProfits

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 Ratna Omidvar Senate of Canada December 14, 2022 AfghanRefugees, charities, NonProfits

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 Ratna Omidvar Senate of Canada November 16, 2022 climate change, immigration, migration, refugees, World Refugee Council

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.

Giving Voice to Brave Iranians with the Song “Baraye”

Senator Ratna Omidvar Senate of Canada November 4, 2022 Iran

Senator Omidvar rose in the Senate to give voice to brave Iranians. She read out the lyrics of Shervin Hajipur's song, "Baraye."

The Needs of the Labour Market, Employers & Employees Must be Reflected in Senate Committees

Senator Ratna Omidvar Senate of Canada November 2, 2022 essential workers, gig economy, labour, labour shortages

Senator Omidvar spoke to Senator Bellemare's motion that a Special Senate Committee on Human Capital and the Labour Market be appointed until the end of the current session.

Bill C-31: Having Good Oral Health is Crucial for Healthy Children

Senator Ratna Omidvar Senate of Canada November 2, 2022 refugees

Senator Omidvar spoke to Bill C-31, An Act respecting cost of living relief measures related to dental care and rental housing.

Will the Government Provide More Funding to Immigrant Settlement Agencies in Areas Experiencing Increases?

Senator Ratna Omidvar Senate of Canada November 2, 2022 immigrants, immigration, newcomers, permanent residents, refugees

Senator Omidvar asked Senator Gold if the government will increase the amount of funding provided to settlement agencies located in areas where there are large increases in the number of newcomers.