MLA Raj Chouhan Member for Burnaby-Edmonds

Heavenly Father;

We thank You for Raj Chouhan, elected as MLA for Burnaby-Edmonds, serving as Official Opposition Critic for Labour.Raj has served in promoting human rights and racial equality, travelling across Canada to give seminars and attending conferences that raise awareness of issues regarding racism,poverty worke rights, and discrimination.As we read in Acts10:34,35 God does not show favoritism, but accepts men from every nation who fear him and do what is right. We are blessed to live in a Country that is free, and are thankful for Men and Women who stand up for truth and righteousness.We ask for wisdom, understanding and greater insight for Raj as he continues to serve the people in our province.Bless and strengthen him as he continues in this journey to stand up for what is right in Your eyes.

In Jesus Name Amen

Raj Chouhan was elected as the MLA for Burnaby-Edmonds on May 17, 2005 and re-elected on May 12, 2009. Raj serves as the Official Opposition Critic for Labour. Previously Raj served as critic for Human Rights, Multiculturalism and Immigration. Raj also serves as the Opposition Deputy-Whip since 2007.

Before immigrating to Canada in 1973, Raj was involved in student union activities in India. On his arrival in Canada, Raj was impacted by the plight of immigrant workers and developed a passion for community and social justice work.

Raj is the founding president of the Canadian Farmworkers' Union, and he served as the Director of Bargaining at the Hospital Employees Union for 18 years. Raj has also served as a member of the Labour Relations Board of B.C. and the Arbitration Bureau of B.C.

A founding member of the B.C. Organization to Fight Racism, Raj has worked in promoting human rights and racial equality. He has served as the Vice President of B.C. Human Rights Defenders since 2003. Raj has taught courses on Human Rights, the B.C. Labour Code and collective bargaining since 1987. He has traveled across Canada to give seminars and attend conferences that raise awareness of issues regarding racism, poverty, worker rights, and discrimination.

In addition, Raj supports many programs offered through community organizations including neighbourhood safety, refugee assistance, and health and wellness programs for seniors.