Senators are now discussing @SenatorSalma’s Bill #S221 at third reading in the Senate: ow.ly/cHmJ50W79Jc
#SenCA #CdnPoli
Senator Salma Ataullahjan
4,597 posts
Senator Salma Ataullahjan
@SenatorSalma
Canadian Senator of Pakistani Pashtun origin from Toronto. Chair of Senate Human Rights Committee. Retweets ≠ endorsements. Account managed by me & staff
Some people are remembered for what they achieved. Others are remembered for how they made people feel. Khalid Usman will be remembered for both. I had the honour of paying tribute to my dear friend, Khalid, a man whose life was defined by service, generosity and a deep- Thank you for the feature on the Canada jay. Always meaningful to reflect on Canadian identity and what connects us across communities.If Bill S-221 passes, the Canada jay would become this country’s official bird. Conservative Senator Salma Ataullahjan, the bill’s sponsor, says the subject is bringing some joy to political discussions on the Hill as Canada faces tough times. hilltimes.com/2026/06/08/goo…
- Today, we remember the Afzaal family and reflect on the devastating act of hatred that took their lives five years ago. Their loss is a painful reminder that Islamophobia has real and tragic consequences. Their memory calls us to confront all forms of hate wherever they exist.
- Disappointed that the amendment moved by Senator Martin to Bill C-9 was defeated. We heard testimony from people of many faiths who stated that the frontline protection of good-faith religious beliefs, matters. We received calls and emails from thousands of Canadians concerned
- Senator Salma Ataullahjan reposted
A #UIPU delegation composed of Senators Greenwood, @mivillej, and @SenatorSalma and MPs @iamIqraKhalid and @MichelleRempel travelled to Belgrade 🇷🇸 for the @IPUparliament Second Global Conference of Women Parliamentarians
- Devastated by the passing of Khalid Usman. A family friend, uncle to my daughters and a pillar of the community. You will be missed. May Allah give you the highest place in Jannat.
- Senator Salma Ataullahjan repostedThe Senate Committee on Social Affairs, Science and Technology will hear from @SenatorSalma on Bill #S221, An Act to provide for the recognition of the Canada jay as the national bird of Canada. 📺 Watch: ow.ly/te1y50Z4Va5 #SenCA #SOCI #PolCan
- Yesterday, I spoke in the Senate about #EidAlAdha and what it means to Muslims. Thank you to the Canadian Muslim Healthcare Network @cmhn_ca for joining us in the Chamber.
00:00 - Eid Mubarak to everyone celebrating across Canada and around the world. May this day bring peace, compassion and unity to our community, and remind us of the importance of sacrifice, gratitude and caring for one another. Wishing you and your loved ones joy and blessings this
- What happened at the San Diego mosque is unacceptable. Places of worship are meant to be sanctuaries. No one should ever feel unsafe walking into a church, synagogue, mosque, temple or any place of faith. This is also a reminder that violence does not begin with bullets or fire;
- There is no love more constant than a mother’s love. Today, we honour and celebrate all mothers and mother figures whose love continues to guide and inspire us every day. Happy Mother’s Day. 💐 #MothersDay #mothers
00:00 - Messages, emails, phone calls, and conversations from Canadians across the country have compelled me to stand up and speak to the very real concerns surrounding Bill C-9. I hear you, and I will continue to ensure your voices and fears are brought forward. #BillC9
