LISTEN: In Service to Those in Need with Ratna Omidvar & Nathaniel Erskine-Smith
Senator Omidvar was MP Nathaniel Erskine-Smith's guest on episode 45 of the Uncommons podcast. They discussed migrant workers, charities, and immigration.
Strengthening the Charitable Sector
WATCH: Community Conversation: Governance Inequities with Senator Ratna Omidvar
Senator Omidvar joined Pillar Nonprofit Network to talk about equity and inclusion in the nonprofit and charitable sector.
We Must Learn from the WE Charity Controversy
Senator Ratna Omidvar and Yves Savoie discuss how the true failure of the WE Charity is a failure of governance and transparency.
Pandemic-Battered Charities Seek a Lifeline by Running For-Profit Businesses
Kieran Leavitt and Senator Ratna Omidvar discuss the need to make is easier for charities to work with social enterprises.
Government Should Change Outmoded Fundraising Rules for Charities
Senator Ratna Omidvar comments on the need to update laws and regulations that hinder Canadian charities from being able to deliver on their missions.
WE Scandal an Opportunity to Update Policy for Charities
Susan Phillips outlines the four lessons the government can learn from the WE controversy.
Why Chrystia Freeland Needs to Reform the Charitable Sector
Senator Ratna Omidvar provides tangible suggestions to the Minister of Finance on how to improve the charitable sector.
Sports Philanthropy at an Inflection Point: Will the Pandemic Change How We Fund Community Athletics?
Senator Omidvar comments on the need to update the CRA’s qualified donees list to help address the funding issues experienced by sports organizations.
Recognizing and Addressing Racism: An Open Letter to the Leadership of Canadian Charities and Non-Profits
Senator Ratna Omidvar is asking charities and nonprofits to be champions for diversity and inclusion in fighting racism.
Senator Omidvar Calls on Charities and Non-Profits to Increase Diversity in the Sector
Senator Ratna Omidvar is asking charities and nonprofits to collect data on diversity in their organizations as a first step to breaking down barriers for racialized Canadians.