What stands unique to this year’s elections is a mayoral candidate, of South Asian descent, presenting a serious challenge to be the first South Asian mayor that Metro Vancouver has seen – four-term City Councillor, Tom Gill.
Growing up, older brother and Edmonton Oilers hockey player, Jujhar Khaira, was a big influence in Sahvan’s life.
The humble recipient of over 25 awards around the world has bigger dreams for those he’s helping.
Heartbroken after seeing the Versova beach near his house filled with garbage and all kinds of trash, Afroz decided to take matters into his own hands – literally. He along with a senior neighbour started picking up garbage from the beach everyday.
“To start with a goal, no matter how small or large. Despite any difficulties you may experience along the way, this goal will always lead you back on the course of pioneering positive change!”
Sejal has played many roles: from social entrepreneur to grassroots organizer to policy advisor to now doctor.