More Vision Vancouver council nomination news: Dimitri Douzenis is announcing tomorrow that he'll be seeking a slot of the civic association's slate. Mr. Douzenis, the vice-president of the Hellenic-Canadian Congress of BC, "completed an Arts & Science Diploma at Langara College before pursuing further undergraduate and postgraduate studies in Québec, Italy, the United Kingdom, and Australia. His international education includes multiple languages, political science, sociology, diplomacy, and law - expertise that can be directly applied to the high demands of governance in Vancouver." This, according to the Facebook group promoting his candidacy. The following is a complete copy of the invite to the aforementioned announcement.
Dear friends,
We, as Vancouverites, are facing a difficult yet exciting time in the years ahead. What has the potential to mature into a thriving world-class city is also facing the pains of rapid growth. There are pressing issues that we can all relate to, such as affordability, transportation, and general life in the city. There are also other less apparent issues, or rather, issues that have been inadequately addressed... Homelessness, the environment, safety, and culture are amongst these.
Admittedly, I have not been involved in municipal politics prior to this. I can say from my heart that I feel compelled to act now as these issues will determine how we, and the forthcoming generations, will live.
As you know, I have always been involved in my community. I am a strong believer in contributing to where one lives, in the hopes that one can make some difference. It is because of this sense of responsibility and passion I have for this city that I have decided to make a run for Vancouver City Council under Vision Vancouver.
PLEASE JOIN ME at 11am this Wednesday, July 16th at the Hellenic Community Centre (4500 Arbutus St), in the “Upper Hall” at the rear of the building. We are hosting a press conference, where I will be formally announcing my candidacy and offering some of the hopes and aspirations that I have for our spectacular city.
I do hope that you, your family, and friends can make it for my campaign launch as your support and encouragement would be most appreciated.
Help me deliver a new energy to a revitalised Vancouver.
Please let me know if you are able to make it so that I may organise for refreshments, etc. I hope to see you all this Wednesday morning!
Kind Regards,
Demitri
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