25 Years of Committment and Proven Results

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Journey into Public Service

• Immigrated from Hong Kong in 1988 and began working as a mental health consultant in Richmond.

• Ran for School Trustee in 1999 to support new immigrant families in understanding the education system.

• Became Richmond’s first bilingual (English and Chinese) School Trustee, advocating for cultural interpreters and developing the Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS) program.

Key Initiatives and Achievements

• Elected as a Richmond City Councillor since 2011, championing initiatives for inclusivity, safety, and sustainability.

Cultural Harmony and Anti-Racism Efforts

• Advocated for a zero-tolerance policy on racism, especially in response to increased hate crimes during COVID-19.

• Established protocols for addressing incidents of racism, promoting a safer and more inclusive Richmond.

Public Safety Initiatives

• Strong advocate for community safety and anti-drug efforts.

• Opposed the legalization of cannabis; in 2017, presented at a Senate committee hearing to share concerns and recommendations.

• Engaged with the Minister of Public Safety to implement stricter cannabis regulations, leading to Richmond’s decision to ban cannabis retail stores.

• Recently opposed a proposed supervised consumption site in Richmond’s city center, raising community awareness and successfully influencing a decision to halt the plan.

International Trade and Economic Promotion

• Actively promoted Richmond’s international trade ties, supporting initiatives to enhance the local economy and establish new partnerships abroad.

• Joined and led government trade missions to Asian countries, including China and Vietnam, to foster connections supporting Richmond’s diverse business community.

• Instrumental in establishing new direct flight routes between Vancouver and two major Chinese cities, Xiamen and Zhengzhou, strengthening Richmond’s position as a hub for international commerce and tourism.

Environmental Sustainability Initiatives

• Advanced Richmond’s circular economy initiatives,

contributing to environmental sustainability in the city.

ABOUT CHAK AU

Over 25 years of public service in Richmond, dedicated to bridging cultural divides, fostering harmony, and advocating for a strong, inclusive future. Support Chak Au

PRIORITY ACTIONS

Fighting Drugs at the Roots: Addressing drug issues through prevention, education, and community support.

Cutting Taxes to Lower Living Costs: Reducing taxes to make life more affordable for families

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Boosting the Economy: Encouraging economic growth, job creation, and investment.

Supporting Seniors and Protecting Children: Ensuring seniors and children have the support and protection they need.

Strict Punishment for Criminals: Advocating for strong penalties to keep our community safe.

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