C-41: We Need to Help Vulnerable People in Afghanistan Now
Senator Omidvar spoke to Bill C-41, An Act to amend the Criminal Code and to make consequential amendments to other Acts.
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Bill S-211: Can Measures be Taken to Support Child Labourers so That They Don’t End Up in Poverty?
Senator Omidvar asked Senator Miville-Dechêne about Bill S-211, the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act.
WATCH: Canada’s Leadership in Global Development: Now & for the Future
Senator Omidvar participated in a panel discussion hosted by Engineers Without Borders Canada during their Day of Action 2021: Global (R)Evolution virtual event.
Carleton professor creates plain-language guide for getting government aid
Online Google Document shows how to apply for EI, Caregiver benefits, rent subsidies.
Basic Income’s Lessons For Health Care’s ‘$1,007 Sandwich’
Zi-Ann Lum examines how Covid-19 is changing the conversation around basic income
Speech: Motion to Encourage the Government to Evaluate the Cost and Impact of Implementing a National Basic Income Program
A basic income is a new approach, a new path that has shown great potential. Let's get the evidence. Let's study this approach. If proven, we not only end poverty but we spend smarter, more efficiently and effectively.