When Are we Going Back to a Normal Air Travel Schedule?
Senator Omidvar asked the Honourable Omar Alghabra, Minister of Transport, about the capacity of airlines and airports.
Senate Business
Statement in Recognition of Thought Leader Andreas Souvaliotis
Senator Omidvar gave a statement in recognition of Andreas Souvaliotis, who created the first national wellness promotion platform.
Open Letter: The Government Must Take Immediate Action to Allow Canadian NGOs to Work in Afghanistan
Senators Omidvar, Ataullahjan, Deacon and Jaffer urge Minister Lametti to allow Canadian NGOs to work in Afghanistan.
Key Takeaways from the 25th International Metropolis Conference in Berlin
Senator Omidvar gave a statement on her key takeaways from the 25th International Metropolis Conference in Berlin
Will Canada Confiscate Sanctioned Iranian Assets and Repurpose them to Help Victims of the Regime?
Senator Omidvar asked Senator Gold if Canada will confiscate sanctioned Iranian assets and repurpose them to help victims.
Will the Government Ensure that NGOs Helping Afghans Aren’t Prosecuted Under Anti-Terrorism Laws?
Senator Omidvar asked Minister Lametti if the government will ensure that NGOs are not prosecuted under Canadian anti-terrorism laws for helping vulnerable Afghans.
Acknowledging the Contributions of the Iranian Canadian Community
Senator Omidvar gave a statement to acknowledge the contributions of the Iranian Canadian community.
Will Canada Exempt NGOs That Want to Provide Humanitarian Aid to Afghans From Anti-Terrorism Laws?
Senator Omidvar asked Senator Gold if the government will exempt NGOs from strict anti-terrorism laws, so that they can provide humanitarian aid in Afghanistan.
Press Release: Senator Ratna Omidvar Welcomes the Government of Canada’s Inclusion of her Two Senate Bills in the Budget Implementation Act
Senator Omidvar is pleased to see that the Budget Implementation Act has passed and included the essence of two of her Senate bills – the Effective and Accountable Charities Act and the Frozen Assets Repurposing Act.
Statement for the National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism: Remembering Air India Flight 182
Senator Omidvar gave a statement to mark the National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism.