Mayor of Toronto, Olivia Chow, picture from Wikipedia

July 12, 2023, Olivia Chow was officially sworn in as the 66th Mayor of Toronto, a historic moment for the city and for Chinese Canadians. She became the first person of Chinese descent and the first woman of colour to hold Toronto's top municipal office, marking a significant milestone in representation in Canadian politics. Chow, a progressive politician with a long history as an NDP Member of Parliament and Toronto city councillor, campaigned on a platform focused on addressing housing affordability, improving public transit, and enhancing community services. Her election was seen by many as a breakthrough, reflecting the evolving diversity of Toronto and providing a prominent voice for various communities, including Chinese Canadians, at the highest level of municipal government.