Ahmed Hussen on Racism in Canada at TEDxToronto 2017

StoriesDec 21, 2019By Muslim Canadian TED Talks1 min read

Ahmed Hussen on Racism in Canada at TEDxToronto 2017

In 2017, Honourable Ahmed Hussen was a speaker at TEDxToronto in Toronto, Ontario.

According to TEDxToronto, "Hon. Ahmed Hussen entered Canada a child refugee, and today is Minister of Immigration and Refugees. He shares his experience of Canada: a country of immense generosity, but also one that struggles with systemic racism, and paints a bold picture of how a country can become truly great. Ahmed Hussen is Canada’s Immigration Minister and Member of Parliament for the riding of York South-Weston. A lawyer and social activist, he has a proven track record of leadership and community empowerment. Born and raised in Somalia, Ahmed immigrated to Canada in 1993; In 2002, he co-founded the Regent Park Community Council, which helped secure a $500 million revitalization project for the area, and he has been widely recognized for his significant contributions to the city of Toronto."

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o9EXoKb7el4

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