Michael Chang, who is running for Council in Langley-Township, says he will fight for meaningful action on the issues that matter to people in Langley and Aldergrove – paving the way for more affordable senior housing, build a robust and sustainable local economy by helping small businesses and pushing for a farm-based community for the long run. 

By R. Paul Dhillon – Editor DESIBUZZCanada Staff

LANGLEY – There are very few people who have the energy and networking-outreach skills that Michael Chang has. 

He’s proven in the past that he can get out the vote as delivered record number of votes for the NDP when he ran in the last federal election from the Langley-Aldergrove area and he is hoping to be making history come October 15 to be the first Korean-Canadian to be ever elected to council in Langley-Township.

Chang is a people-person and he proved that by a huge gathering he had at his recent launch at Langley’s Empire Chinese restaurant which brought out a full house of supporters, friends and campaign staff who are working very hard to get Michael elected in an area where white councilors have dominated council for a long time.

Chang is working extremely hard to get his name and recognition out there and he has considerable support given that he got over 10,000 vote as an NDP candidate which is a record for the party.

Chang told DESIBUZZCanada that he will fight for meaningful action on the issues that matter to people in Langley and Aldergrove – paving the way for more affordable senior housing, build a robust and sustainable local economy by helping small businesses and pushing for a farm-based community for the long run. 

He is devoted to take Langley-Township to it’s next phase of evolution by helping both the film studios (which are already being built by Martini Studios) to helping create a viable tech sector and tech hub in the Township so that it’s attractive for young people to make the area their home.

Chang, who was born in South Korea and immigrated to Canada in 2006, is deeply committed to community service and has worked with a wide variety of local organizations to champion diversity, veteran’s rights, and music education. 

He said he is standing with Jagmeet Singh and the NDP to build a more inclusive, equal, and peaceful future for all Canadians.

As an immigrant, Chang knows firsthand the challenges new Canadians face trying to get ahead. He has seen how the pandemic has impacted working Canadians and is committed to helping build a fair recovery where the ultra-rich pay their fair share.

He will fight for meaningful action on the issues that matter to people in our community – building more affordable housing, making sure everyone can afford dental care and prescription drugs, and taking bold climate action that creates well-paid jobs and builds a robust, sustainable economy.

Michael Chang Awards:

2015 Appreciation Plaque from Korean War Veterans Association

2015 Certificate of Appreciation from Kuk Ki Won (Taekwondo), Korea

2016 Special Award Certificate from Seoul Metropolitan Council, Korean *

2016 Appreciation Plaque from Rotary Club of Vancouver Cambie

2017 Special Award from Korean Craft Designers Association

2017 Appreciation letter from Korean Kids Song Globalization Association

2017 Certificate of Appreciation from Marine Corp Association

2018 Certificate of Appreciation from Gangwon Province, Korea

2018 Appreciation Plaque from City of Hwaseong, Gyeonggi Province, Korea

2018 Certificate of Appreciation from City of Icheon, Gyeonggi Province, Korea

2018 Certificate of Appreciation from the City Of Burnaby

2019 Certificate of Appreciation from Gapyeong County, Gyeonggi Province, Korea

2019 Certificate of Appreciation from the Township of Langley

2019 Korean President Award from Korean Central Government. *

2020 Finalist of BC Multicultural Award

2021 Certificate of Appreciation from Korean War Veterans AssociationMichael Chang campaign website – www.michaelchangcampaign.ca