Ken Sim sworn in as Vancouver's new mayor, promises co-operation
At an inauguration ceremony, more than 135 years after Canada imposed a head tax on Chinese people entering the country, Sim said the history of the moment was not lost on him and recognized those in the community"whose shoulders that I stand on."
His newly created centre-right ABC Vancouver party saw all seven of its candidates win a seat on the 10-member council, setting the stage for a more united municipal government than under Stewart. "More than ever before, Vancouver continues to be challenged but not because improving affordability, housing, safety or the climate are impossible. The promise of Vancouver is challenged because our lack of commitment to overcome our differences with one another."
"I'm standing here in front of this whole crowd, humbly asking for your help. Vancouver needs your help more than ever before. We are experiencing one of our nation's greatest challenges and tragedies," he said.
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