Darpan My Journey presents BALRAJ MANN CEO of BM Group of Companies. BM Group is a well-respected name in construction. He is a shining example of an immigrant to Canada who arrived to a new country with not much but achieved massive success in the real estate world.
Darpan My Journey presents Jasmine Mander, Assistant Coach with Canada Soccer. She serves as an inspiration to women who want to pursue sports within the South Asian community and push the mandate of diversity and representation forward.
Darpan My Journey presents Baltej Singh Dhillon, the first turbaned Sikh RCMP officer, who fought a legal challenge with the RCMP for his right to wear to a turban as a police officer and won the fight. He changed the dress code of the RCMP and it's because of his efforts that many other turbaned Sikh police officers today don't have to compromise their identity.
Darpan My Journey presents Wally Oppal, First South Asian former BC Supreme Court Judge. He also served as BC's Attorney General and is the recipient of the Order of British Columbia. Highlighting the journeys of such individuals not only celebrates their achievements but also provides valuable insights into the challenges they've overcome and the lessons they've learned along the way.
With over 18 years of service in the Vancouver Police Department's Patrol and Major Crime Section, Sergeant Harminder Rai epitomizes dedication to Diversity, inclusion, and community engagement. During this time, he has contributed to the department's cultural awareness initiatives, particularly within the South Asian community.
Detective Constable Gagan Luddu epitomizes resilience and determination within the Vancouver Police Department (VPD). Her journey from India to Canada in her teens and her unwavering commitment to breaking barriers highlight the values of inclusion and excellence in law enforcement, where she has served for the last 18 years.
