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politics2 years ago

Olivia Chow Makes History as Toronto's First Chinese-Canadian Mayor

Olivia Chow, a former member of parliament and Toronto city councillor, has been elected as the first Chinese-Canadian mayor of Toronto, Canada's largest city. Chow, who secured 37.2% of the vote, pledged to support renters, champion social causes, and reduce the powers of her office. She takes over from John Tory, who resigned earlier this year, and will lead the city amidst rising housing costs and increased violent attacks on public transit. Chow plans to build 25,000 rent-controlled homes over eight years to address soaring rents.

via Reuters|
#chinese-canadian#election#mayor
politics2 years ago

Olivia Chow Makes History as Toronto's First Woman of Color Mayor

Olivia Chow, a left-wing progressive, has won the mayoral election in Toronto, beating out a crowded field of 102 candidates. Chow, a veteran of Canadian progressive politics, campaigned on promises to build a more caring, affordable, and safe city, with a focus on addressing Toronto's housing affordability crisis. Her victory marks the first time in a decade that a progressive will lead the city and suggests potential future clashes with conservative Premier Doug Ford. Chow will assume new "strong mayor" powers granted last year by Ford's provincial government but has said she will not use them.

via BBC|
#affordable-housing#mayoral-election#olivia-chow
politics2 years ago

"Olivia Chow: Toronto's First Person of Color Mayor, Promises Better City"

Olivia Chow, a left-wing progressive, has won the mayoral election in Toronto, defeating a crowded field of 102 candidates. Chow, a well-known veteran of Canadian progressive politics, emphasized building a more caring, affordable, and safe city in her campaign. This victory marks the first time in a decade that a progressive will lead Toronto and sets the stage for potential clashes with conservative Premier Doug Ford. Chow's platform focused on addressing the city's housing affordability crisis and providing support for renters and the homeless population. She will assume new "strong mayor" powers but has stated she will not use them.

via BBC|
#affordability#mayoral-election#olivia-chow