coronavirus Archives - Ratna Omidvar

Canadian Senators Call on Govt to Scale up Pandemic-Related Donations for India

Anirudh Bhattacharyya Hindustan Times June 15, 2021 coronavirus, India

This excerpt from the Hindustan Times describes how Senator Omidvar is calling on the government to match the donations of Canadians to India as it battles a devastating wave of COVID-19.

Time Ripe to Engage Diaspora Proactively to Help India Achieve Development Goals Faster

Rajiv Tikoo The Times of India June 15, 2021 coronavirus, India

This excerpt from the Times of India explores how members of the Indian diaspora, including Senator Omidvar, have made an effort to assist India during the pandemic.

WATCH: Discussing a TRIPS Waiver, Remittances, and if the Government Should Match the Donations of Canadians

Senator Ratna Omidvar Senate of Canada June 14, 2021 coronavirus, covid19charitable

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.

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Will the Government Assist Gig Economy Workers during the Coronavirus Outbreak? | Senator Omidvar

Ratna Omidvar Senate of Canada March 13, 2020 basic income, coronavirus, covid19ubi, gig economy

Senator Omidvar and Senator Gold discuss how the government will assist workers engaged in precarious employment during the outbreak of COVID-19.