441-02648 (Social affairs and equality)

Whereas:

• Canada is founded upon principles that recognize the rule of law and respect for human rights and democracy;

• Since the beginning of a full-scale aggression of Russia against Ukraine on February 24, 2022, Canada has assisted Ukraine with military and humanitarian aid;

• There is a very important step the Canadian government can take to help Ukrainians more;

• There is a significant number of Ukrainian children left without their parents' care, who must reside in orphanages; and

• Non-selective use of heavy weapons by the Russian army puts these orphanages under significant risk.

We, the undersigned, citizens and permanent residents of Canada, call upon the Government of Canada to:

• 1. Develop a federal program to bring Ukrainian children to Canada for temporary shelter;

• 2. Ensure they have access to necessary medical services via provincial insurance programs;

• 3. Ensure they have access to education services and scholarship in Canada; and

• 4. Ensure necessary financial support for Canadian families hosting those children