
Omar Alghabra
Omar Alghabra, a member of Parliament for Mississauga Centre, was recently appointed as Canada’s new Special Envoy for Syria, a role that underscores his commitment to addressing international humanitarian issues and fostering diplomatic relations.
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Omar Alghabra is a former Transport Minister of Canada who was previously president of the Canadian Arab Federation.
There’s a lot not to like about the new anti-hate councilThe Globe and Mail·
Canada· 2026-06-21
Former Liberal MP and cabinet minister Omar Alghabra is a member of the new advisory council on rights, equality, and inclusion.
Canada is being tested by a crisis of antisemitism, Carney saysThe Globe and Mail·
Canada· 2026-06-02
Mr. Trudeau appointed Syrian-born Mississauga MP Omar Alghabra as a special envoy for Syria.
Opinion: The last prime ministerial trip that Justin Trudeau never tookThe Globe and Mail·
Canada· 2025-03-29
Mr. Trudeau appointed Omar Alghabra as Canada’s new Special Envoy for Syria.
Trudeau announces the appointment of three new senatorsThe Globe and Mail·
Canada· 2025-02-08



















