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Reading Time: < 1 minuteGary Anandasangaree – Member of Parliament – Members of Parliament – House of Commons of Canada.

Reading Time: < 1 minuteMarkham Ward 7 Councillor

Juanita Nathan is a long time resident of Markham, a community youth outreach worker, seniors support staff, and a counselor for abused women. Juanita dedicates her time and energy striving to make positive changes in the lives of youth, parents and seniors.

Whether it’s helping students get their life on track and back into school or helping women cope with abuse, or ensuring that seniors are active and informed about their health; Juanita plays an instrumental role in the lives of many individuals and families. Her record on community involvement and grass roots engagement is exceptional.

After graduating from Brock University with a BA Psychology, Juanita went on to complete a special project for the Ministry of Attorney General focusing on domestic abuse. Her strong desire to help young people overcome obstacles and challenges put her on the path to get involved in the community and pursue a career in the social services sector. Juanita Nathan currently works with York Region District School Board, YOUTHLINK and Family Services of York Region, and volunteers with Canadian Mental Health Services, York Region Equity Council and Markham Tamil Organization.

Reading Time: < 1 minuteLogan Kanapathi was elected as the new MPP of the Markham – Thornhill riding in 2018, winning over 50 per cent of the popular vote.

He grew up in Sri Lanka during the violent civil war. During his university time, he was a student leader and outspoken critic of the government’s atrocities and oppression against the minority community, becoming a respected voice for the rights of the Tamil people and the many atrocities that were being committed against them. His voice and activism soon endangered him and his family, and he fled Sri Lanka as a refugee in 1983 for fear of persecution.

A passionate believer in human rights and equality, his activism continued in Canada, and many people encouraged him to enter politics and bring a voice for the voiceless.

In 2006 he entered the Markham municipal election and won a ward councillor seat. He easily regained his ward with a huge mandate in the subsequent municipal elections in 2010 and 2014.

As a Markham Councillor for twelve years he was known for his deep-seated caring and commitment to good social policy for seniors, youth, and families, creating green spaces, and the value of diversity in the community. As budget Chair for the City of Markham he was a proponent for bringing the lowest property tax to Markham during 2009 and 2011.

As MPP, he is committed to serving Markham-Thornhill and its wonderfully diverse community. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he collected PPE and food donations for residents in need. A life-long public servant, he continues to serve the community.

Reading Time: < 1 minuteExecutive Director at Urban Alliance on Race Relations – UARR and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) & Founder at Tamil Canadian Centre for Civic Action

Toronto District School Board and City of Toronto (Ward 17, Scarborough Centre)

Reading Time: < 1 minuteScarborough Southwest – Ward 20 Councillor

Reading Time: < 1 minuteFederal election 2019 PC party candidates – Scarborough-Guildwood

Reading Time: < 1 minuteRathika Sitsabaiesan was the first Tamil to be elected to the Canadian federal parliament as well as the first woman and first visible minority to be elected as Member of Parliament for Scarborough—Rouge River. She was also the youngest Member of Parliament in the Greater Toronto Area.

Reading Time: < 1 minuteFederal election 2019 PC party candidates – Markham – Stouffville

Theodore Antony, a business owner in the Markham area. Antony is an RESP director and holds two bachelor degrees in science and business administration.

Reading Time: < 1 minuteVijay immigrated to Scarborough in 2003 at the age of 14. Just a few days after coming to Canada, he began school at Jean Vanier Catholic Secondary School. He went on to study at the University of Toronto, Scarborough Campus and completed his Bachelor of Commerce in Finance at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT). Throughout high school and later during university, Vijay worked many part time jobs to help support his family and their transition to this country. After graduation, Vijay worked as a financial advisor at one of Canada’s top banks.

Since coming to Canada, Vijay has been involved in the community in Scarborough and in politics for the last decade. He has always relished the opportunity to give back to the country which welcomed him and his family. At university, he was a youth leader and after graduation he helped as a volunteer leader assisting then Minister of Citizenship and Immigration Chris Alexander. In 2017, Vijay ran for nomination in the riding of Scarborough–Rouge Park and was elected on the first ballot. On June 7, 2018, the residents of Scarborough–Rouge Park chose him to represent them at Queen’s Park.

Today, Vijay lives with his family and is honoured to serve the residents of Scarborough–Rouge Park at the Provincial Legislature. In his spare time he enjoys reading, keeping in touch with family and friends, and relaxing through yoga sessions.

Reading Time: < 1 minuteToronto District School Board Trustee for Ward 21 (Scarborough North)