Thousands of Afghans Await Refuge in Canada
Senator Omidvar discussed the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan and the importance of private refugee sponsorship on The National.
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Many Afghans are Still Stuck in Purgatory. We Must not let their Plight Fall off our Agenda
In this Globe and Mail op-ed, Senator Omidvar, Peter Mackay, Allan Rock, Ed Broadbent & Rachel Pulfer discuss the government's promise to resettle thousands of Afghan refugees.
From Leitkultur to Multiculturalism: What Canada and Germany Can Learn from Each Other About Immigration, Integration, and Inclusion
In the latest edition of the Canadian International Council's Behind the Headlines policy paper series, Senator Omidvar calls on Canada and Germany to share best practices.
Canada’s Afghan Refugee Response Demands Attention
This excerpt from the Toronto Star discusses the government's response to the Afghan crisis and Canada’s world-renowned Private Sponsorship of Refugees program.
When Will the Next Flight of Afghan Refugees Arrive? Will the Government Lift the Private Sponsorship Cap?
Senator Omidvar asked Senator Gold about the next flight of of Afghan refugees and if the private sponsorship cap will be lifted.
Recognizing the Heroic Efforts of Canadians to Bring their Former Afghan Colleagues to Safety
Senator Omidvar made a statement to recognize the many Canadians, particularly former members of the Armed Forces, who are helping bring their former Afghan colleagues to safety.
When Will the Government Outline a Detailed Plan to Bring Afghan Refugees to Canada?
Senator Omidvar asked Senator Gold how the government plans to bring Afghan refugees to Canada and if safe houses will be funded.
Urgent Call to Action in Response to the Crisis in Afghanistan
The World Refugee & Migration Council has published an open letter calling on the federal government to resolve four major issues in order to secure the safe and timely evacuation of at-risk Afghans.
Open Letter to Minister Joly Urges the Government to to Provide Funding to Keep Safe Houses in Kabul Open
Senator Omidvar is urging the federal government to provide desperately needed funding to keep safe houses in Kabul open.
A Post-Election To-Do List for the Afghan Crisis
This excerpt from Policy Options outlines steps the government should take to respond to the refugee crisis in Afghanistan.