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[Mohammadreza Vadiati @Mohammadret7ly]

My name is Mohammadreza Vadiati.

For nearly 8 years, I have lived in Canada separated from my wife and daughter.

I came to Canada as a refugee with my son because my life and my family's safety were at risk in Iran. After being recognized as a Protected Person, I applied for Permanent Residence.

After more than 6 years of waiting, my application was refused because of mandatory military service I was forced to complete in Iran many years ago—something I had no choice in.
When I arrived in Canada, I started from nothing. In Iran, I worked in the poultry industry. In Canada, I took whatever jobs I could find, worked hard, paid taxes, contributed to my community, and built a new life from the ground up. Today, I proudly own a successful small business, in North Vancouver.

But despite all of my efforts, I remain separated from my family.
I cannot safely return to Iran. My wife and daughter cannot join me in Canada. My daughter has Down syndrome and needs her father. For years, I have watched her grow up through phone screens and video calls. I have missed birthdays, milestones, and precious moments that I can never get back. No video call can replace a father's hug.

We have tried every legal pathway available. We submitted multiple immigration applications and even applied for a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) for my wife and daughter so our family could finally be together. Those applications were also refused.
Today, I am trapped in an impossible situation. I cannot go to my family, and my family cannot come to me. Nearly 8 years have passed, and we are still waiting.

I am not just an immigration file number. I am a husband. I am a father. I am a small business owner. I am a member of my community. Most importantly, I am a person who simply wants to be reunited with the people he loves.

Eight years apart is too long for any family.

Please share our story and help our voice to be heard  
@CanadianPM @CitImmCanada @PierrePoilievre and those in positions of authority, please hear our family's story.

#FamilyReunification #BringFamiliesTogether #Immigration #RefugeesWelcome #ProtectedPerson #HumanRights #Canada #CanadianImmigration #IRCC #RefugeeRights #DownSyndrome #DisabilityRights #FamilyUnity #NorthVancouver #SmallBusiness #Justice #Equality #ImmigrantStories #Hope #KeepFamiliesTogether

[Nela @mentlnegar]

IRGC conscripts had no choice. They were enslaved, not enlisted.

@LenaMetlegeDiab @gary_srp @aboultaifziad_ @SimaAcan @ScottAAitchison
#JusticeForIranianConscripts #ConscriptsAreNotMembers

[Nela @mentlnegar]

Forced labor under an authoritarian regime should never disqualify someone from protection.
@LenaMetlegeDiab @gary_srp @SophieChatel1 @Shaun_Chen @maggiechidvn @MichaelChongMP
#JusticeForIranianConscripts #ConscriptsAreNotMembers

[Nahiid @nahiiiiid3]

Conscripts had no choice but to serve under the IRGC due to coercion with penalties like imprisonment. Regime affiliates however, choose to apply as refugees to escape scrutiny. Let’s focus on the real threat
#ConscriptsAreNotMembers
@LenaMetlegeDiab
@pfragiskatos
@AliEhsassi

[Jasmin Z @yasaman_72_r]

There is no “volunteering” under a mandatory draft. IRGC conscripts were legally bound to serve wherever assigned.

@LenaMetlegeDiab @gary_srp @pfragiskatos
@AliEhsassi @jacquesramsaypl
#JusticeForIranianConscripts #ConscriptsAreNotMembers

[Nahiid @nahiiiiid3]

Conscripts forced into IRGC service deserve the truth, not inflated propaganda disguised as parliamentary debate. @AliEhsassi 's false statistics must be corrected. Be accountable.

#ConscriptsAreNotMembers
@LenaMetlegeDiab
@pfragiskatos @gary_srp

[Sam @Samrhbr]

There is no “volunteering” under a mandatory draft. IRGC conscripts were legally bound to serve wherever assigned.

@LenaMetlegeDiab @gary_srp @pfragiskatos
@AliEhsassi @jacquesramsaypl
#JusticeForIranianConscripts #ConscriptsAreNotMembers

[Sam @Samrhbr]

Canada rightly opposes the IRGC. But wrongly punishes IRGC conscripts—its victims.

@LenaMetlegeDiab @gary_srp @pfragiskatos
@AliEhsassi @jacquesramsaypl
#JusticeForIranianConscripts #ConscriptsAreNotMembers

[Sam @Samrhbr]

Canada said victims would be protected, yet IRGC conscripts now face rejections and PFLs. Why break that promise?

@LenaMetlegeDiab @gary_srp @pfragiskatos
@AliEhsassi @jacquesramsaypl
#JusticeForIranianConscripts #ConscriptsAreNotMembers

[Jasmin Z @yasaman_72_r]

If Canada truly opposes the IRGC, then conscripts must be clearly exempted from membership-based measures. Target the regime and its real agents — not ordinary people forced into service. #ConscriptsAreNotMembers
@AliEhsassi @pfragiskatos @LenaMetlegeDiab

[Jasmin Z @yasaman_72_r]

The government claims to oppose the IRGC, yet ordinary Iranian conscripts — forced into service with no ties to the regime — are paying the price. #conscriptsarenotmembers @AliEhsassi @pfragiskatos @LenaMetlegeDiab

[Mito Komon @MitiComaan]

Conscripts had no choice! Is it that hard for IRCC to understand?! #ConscriptsArenotMembers
@MelissaLantsman
@MarkJCarney @vincentneilho @Ardeshirz

[Melika @Melikao2ax]

Many Iranians did compulsory military service with no choice in their role. Many were in admin/support jobs, not decision-making.
They should not lose immigration chances for forced service.
@MarkJCarney @CitImmCanada
#Iran #HumanRights #Immigration #Canada

[Jasmin Z @yasaman_72_r]

Conscripts are not regime agents. Exempting them from membership-based restrictions is the fair and logical approach.#conscriptsarenotmembers @AliEhsassi @pfragiskatos @LenaMetlegeDiab

[Jasmin Z @yasaman_72_r]

Canada must distinguish between forced conscription and voluntary involvement. Target the IRGC — not ordinary Iranians compelled to serve.#conscriptsarenotmember @AliEhsassi @pfragiskatos @LenaMetlegeDiab

[Sam @Samrhbr]

This is how the Liberal Party governs: anti-terrorism speeches on camera while IRGC-linked figures walk through the back door. Meanwhile, Iranian conscripts with no ties to the regime are punished for political optics. #ConscriptsAreNotMembers

[Sam @Samrhbr]

Canada must distinguish between forced conscription and voluntary involvement. Target the IRGC — not ordinary Iranians compelled to serve.
#Conscriptsarenotmembers

[Sam @Samrhbr]

@AliEhsassi @pfragiskatos @LenaMetlegeDiab

[Sam @Samrhbr]

This is how the Liberal Party governs: anti-terrorism speeches on camera while IRGC-linked figures walk through the back door. Meanwhile, Iranian conscripts with no ties to the regime are punished for political optics. #ConscriptsAreNotMembers

[Sam @Samrhbr]

@AliEhsassi @pfragiskatos @LenaMetlegeDiab

[Sam @Samrhbr]

Conscripts are not regime agents. Exempting them from membership-based restrictions is the fair and logical approach.
#Conscriptsarenotmembers

[Sam @Samrhbr]

@AliEhsassi @pfragiskatos @LenaMetlegeDiab

[Sam @Samrhbr]

Canada must distinguish between forced conscription and voluntary involvement. Target the IRGC — not ordinary Iranians compelled to serve.
#Conscriptsarenotmembers