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IMPACT Podcast - Ken Sim

Feb 27, 202437 min
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Episode description

Today's IMPACT guest is Ken Sim, Vancouver's 41st Mayor and the first Chinese Canadian in the role. We'll discuss:

  • Tackling homelessness.
  • Affordable high-density housing strategies.
  • Support for homeless youth.
  • Revitalizing community spirit.
  • Renewing Chinatown and Gastown.
  • Maintaining Vancouver as "North America's most livable city 2023."
  • Ways to help Vancouver's homeless youth.

Bio:

Ken Sim, a Vancouver native and UBC Sauder School of Business alum, is a successful entrepreneur who founded Nurse Next Door Home Healthcare Services and Rosemary Rocksalt Bagels. Alongside his wife Teena and their four sons, Ken is dedicated to transforming Vancouver into a thriving, safe, and inclusive city. His achievements include two Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year Awards. Elected in 2022 as Vancouver's mayor, he's focused on growth and opportunity for all.

Social:

X/Twitter: @kensimcity | Instagram: @kensimcity | Facebook: /kensimcity

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