An Apology for Multiculturalism
"Not long ago we assumed globalization, with its intensity of interactions, would breed tolerance for others. Instead, we must fight for that ideal, even if flawed, now more than ever."
Diversity
OPINION: Senate administration’s efforts on diversity should be applauded
“The Senate’s lack of diversity is so glaring and so problematic to the future of our institution that it heightens the desire of many Canadians to have our Upper Chamber abolished because it is irrelevant and unrepresentative of Canada’s cultural mosaic,” - Hon. Donald Oliver
WATCH: Canada’s Investment in Newcomer Integration
"If there is one significant takeaway from the work currently underway in the United Kingdom and the ongoing efforts in my country, it is this: public trust in immigration systems are greatly determined by the ability of government to translate and communicate national interest into benefits that can be experienced and shared at the local level."
Environics Institute: Canadian public opinion about immigration and minority groups
Results of this latest survey show that Canadians as a whole continue to be more positive than negative about the current levels of immigrants coming to this country, and with the legitimacy of refugees who have been arriving.
Question to Minister Brison: What’s next for name-blind recruitment in the public service?
"Minister, your office has acknowledged these issues. I am wondering what your next step will be. Will more work be done on this issue? The pilot project, I would submit, was not adequate."
Ideas on diversity and action for 2018
Last Wednesday, March 14th, the UTM political science department hosted a lecture titled “Diversity 2018 and Beyond: Five Big Ideas on Diversity and Inclusion” as part of its third annual public affairs lecture. This lecture invited senator Ratna Omidvar to share her personal story and how it influenced her work on diversity and inclusion as a lawmaker in Canada.
OPINION: What Oscar-winner Frances McDormand can teach corporate Canada
The point to glean is this: in hauling the Act into the modern era a group of senators supported the view that publicly traded corporations be compelled to set internal targets to boost diversity, the very ethos of the governing Liberals. The Senate voted against the amendment, 37 to 30, in third reading last Wednesday.
News Release: Senators Vote against Measure that would Accelerate Diversity on Corporate Boards
We strongly believe that in order to increase the representation of these under-represented groups, the Government must do more than what is timidly provided for in Bill C-25. We will continue to highlight this issue in the future. We will pursue our efforts while employing the tools that are available to us through the Senate. And we will carefully monitor progress made in regards to the presence of these groups within key corporate positions.
Amending Bill C-25: Clarifying common misconceptions on Twitter
Senator Omidvar breaks down some of the most common misconceptions about diversity as she advocates for amendments to Bill C-25, an Act to Amend the Canada Business Corporations Act and other acts.
OPINION: Amazon HQ2 Would Be Yet Another Great Canadian Immigration Story
In Toronto, Amazon's HQ2 would be yet another successful immigration story. This year, Amazon must choose whether to stay in America or apply for dual citizenship in Canada, where the right types of investments are underway. All they have to do is say "yes."