Senators and Unions Push for Temporary Migrant Workers to Remain in Canada
Senator Ratna Omidvar plans to move a motion calling on the government to provide a way for temporary foreign workers to remain in Canada.
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Let’s Grant ‘Dreamers’ Their Wish to Become Permanent Residents of Canada
Senator Omidvar outlines why the government should offer asylum-seekers, temporary foreign workers and undocumented workers pathways to permanency.
Can Immigration Boost Canada’s Economy?
Senator Omidvar discusses why immigration is vital to Canada's economic wellbeing on The Agenda with Steve Paikin.
WATCH: Canada Must Show Leadership in Protecting the Rights of Refugees
Senator Omidvar discusses Canada's role in refugee resettlement during the Canadian Council for Refugees' Fall 2020 Consultation.
The Time is Now: Rethinking Canada’s Immigration System in the Wake of the Pandemic
Senator Omidvar relaunches her inquiry on the link between prosperity and immigration in Canada.
Pace of Virtual Inspections on Migrant Worker Conditions a Concern, say Critics, with Half Completed this Summer
Senator Omidvar discusses the impact of COVID-19 on migrant workers and the importance of offering them a pathway to permanent residency.
Canadian Public Opinion About Immigration and Refugees
The Environics Institute has released the results of a survey conducted on Canadian attitudes about immigration and refugees.
Canada Must Make it Easier for Essential Workers to Immigrate
Senator Omidvar comments on the need to transform Canada's immigration system to focus on both skilled and essential workers.
WATCH: Immigration in Post-Pandemic Canada & Beyond
Expert panelists Goldy Hyder, Shamira Madhany and Gary Mar discuss the future of immigration with Senators during a webinar hosted by Senator Omidvar.
Could the Pandemic be the Moment Needed to Make Canada’s Immigration System More Fair?
Senator Omidvar comments on the need for immigration to continue during COVID-19.