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Is the Government Working with Regional Partners to Protect LGBTQ2+ People in Uganda?

Senator Ratna Omidvar Senate of Canada June 8, 2023 human rights, immigration, refugees

Senator Omidvar asked Senator Gold if the government will consider a special refugee program that goes beyond the existing numbers of the current immigration plan.

The Open Canada Podcast Episode 18: Partnering for Accountability with Senator Ratna Omidvar

Senator Ratna Omidvar The Open Canada Podcast February 8, 2023 corruption, Effective Accountable Charities Act Resources, forced displacement, frozen assets bill, refugees

Senator Omidvar discussed the Frozen Assets Repurposing Act and the Effective and Accountable Charities Act on the Open Canada Podcast.

Press Release: Canadians Overwhelmingly Support Seizing the Canadian Assets of Corrupt Foreign Officials who are Violating Human Rights in Russia and Iran

Senator Ratna Omidvar and Senator Donna Dasko December 13, 2022 corruption, frozen assets bill, human rights, Iran, refugees, Ukraine

According to a poll commissioned jointly by senators Donna Dasko and Ratna Omidvar, a majority of Canadians support seizing the Canadian assets of foreign officials who are violating human rights, and using these assets to help victims.

Climate Change Will Produce a Knock-On Effect in Creating Mass Displacement

Senator Ratna Omidvar Senate of Canada November 16, 2022 climate change, immigration, migration, refugees, World Refugee Council

Senator Omidvar spoke to Senator Coyle’s inquiry on the importance of finding solutions to transition Canada’s society, economy and resource use in pursuit of a fair, prosperous, sustainable and peaceful net-zero emissions future.

Bill C-31: Having Good Oral Health is Crucial for Healthy Children

Senator Ratna Omidvar Senate of Canada November 2, 2022 refugees

Senator Omidvar spoke to Bill C-31, An Act respecting cost of living relief measures related to dental care and rental housing.

Will the Government Provide More Funding to Immigrant Settlement Agencies in Areas Experiencing Increases?

Senator Ratna Omidvar Senate of Canada November 2, 2022 immigrants, immigration, newcomers, permanent residents, refugees

Senator Omidvar asked Senator Gold if the government will increase the amount of funding provided to settlement agencies located in areas where there are large increases in the number of newcomers.

Key Takeaways from the 25th International Metropolis Conference in Berlin

Senator Ratna Omidvar Senate of Canada October 19, 2022 climate change, essential workers, forced displacement, Germany, immigrants, refugees, seasonal agricultural workers, temporary foreign workers

Senator Omidvar gave a statement on her key takeaways from the 25th International Metropolis Conference in Berlin

We Can Help Iranian Women and Girls by Seizing the Assets of Corrupt Officials

Senator Ratna Omidvar The Globe and Mail October 18, 2022 corruption, frozen assets, Iran, refugees, women, World Refugee Council

In an op-ed in the Globe and Mail, Senator Omidvar urges the government to go beyond freezing the assets of sanctioned Iranian officials by confiscating and redirecting them to the victims of the regime.

‘Time is Past Urgent’: Legislation Needed to Help Canadian Aid Groups Work in Afghanistan, Says Sen. Omidvar

Neil Moss The Hill Times September 28, 2022 AfghanRefugees, charities, NonProfits, refugees

In this excerpt from the Hill Times, Senator Omidvar calls on the government to bring forward legislation to allow Canadian aid organizations to work in Afghanistan.

Acknowledging the Contributions of the Iranian Canadian Community

Senator Ratna Omidvar Senate of Canada September 23, 2022 immigration, Iran, refugees

Senator Omidvar gave a statement to acknowledge the contributions of the Iranian Canadian community.