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Profile Sandra Yeung Racco doesn’t take her motto lightly. Indeed, every initiative she has pursued in seven years of representing the constituents of Ward 4 has been ‘For the Community’.
Between building an array of new parks; leading art, culture and diversity initiatives; and working with other levels of government to bring the Subway outside of Toronto’s borders and into Concord/Thornhill – a historic first – Sandra has done it all for the community.
Born in Hong Kong and raised in North York, Sandra developed an acute appreciation for the arts after studying music and achieving her A.R.C.T. Diploma from the Royal Conservatory of Music and graduating with a Bachelor of Music Education degree from the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Music.
Her career has taken many different directions since then: after an extensive career in music, Sandra ventured into the world of business, working with multinational corporations in the areas of investment and executive recruitment. She gained significant experience in international business relations, dealing with investors across the Pacific Rim Region and developing an understanding of the needs of business communities around the globe. But it was her volunteer work with local non-profit community organizations and her experience working with diverse boards and committees across Toronto and Concord/Thornhill that endowed her with a nuanced appreciation of the fabric of the local community.
As a result, Sandra–a mother of four–has a unique and diverse palate of experience that blends business, the arts, international business relations, the importance of family and, most importantly, a sensitive understanding of the complex needs and priorities of Ward 4 residents.
Coupled with her proven record of cultivating lasting relationships with community stakeholders, her tireless focus on addressing the needs of local youth and seniors, and her commitment to delivering results for the residents of Ward 4, it is clear Sandra is prepared to continue building a vibrant and livable community for her constituents.
Present City of Vaughan Boards/Committees
- Member of Council, City of Vaughan
- Chair, Vaughan Holdings Inc.
- Member, Finance Administration Committee
- Member, Priorities and Key Initiatives Committee
- Member, Hearing Committee for Licensing Matters
- Director, Hydro Vaughan Holding Inc.
- Director, Hydro Vaughan Energy Corporation
Present External Boards/Committees
- Executive Board Member, Chinese Advisory Committee, North York General Hospital
- Honorary Chair, Vaughan Chinese Business Association
- Honorary Advisor, Canadian Multicultural Council, Asians in Ontario
- Honorary Chair and Opening Co-MC, Taste of Asia Festival
- Honorary Advisor, Toronto Overseas Business Network Association
- Honorary Advisor, York Central Chinese Canadian Association
- Chair, Vaughan Arts Center of Excellence
- President, Federation of Chinese Canadians in York Region (Vaughan Chapter)
- Board of Director & Chair, Government Affairs, Chinese Business Council of Vaughan
- President, Thornhill Provincial Liberal Association
- Board Member, Vaughan Community Health Centre
- Member, York Region Spadina Subway TOD Task Force
- Vaughan Representative, Canadian Federation of International Friendship
- Member, Asian Heritage Month Committee
- Advisor, Life with Baby
- Advisor, Interchange Business Association
Past Boards/Committees
- Chair, Economic Development Committee, City of Vaughan (2006-2010)
- Chair, Vaughan Metropolitan Centre Advisory Committee, City of Vaughan (2006-2010)
- Chair, Arts Advisory Committee, City of Vaughan (2006-2010)
- Chair, Council/School Board Liaison Committee, City of Vaughan (2006-2010)
- Vice-Chair, Safe City Committee, City of Vaughan (2006-2010)
- Member, Concord West Streetscape Community Advisory Committee (2008-2010)
- Member, Vaughan Tourism Advisory Committee (2006-2010)
- Chair and Vice-Chair, City of Vaughan Arts & Culture Committee (1994–1997)
- Member, Board of Governors, North York General Hospital (1996-2004)
- Member, Property & Development Task Force, North York General Hospital (1996-2004)
- Member, Quality Committee, North York General Hospital (1996-2004)
- Member, Strategic Planning Committee, North York General Hospital (1996-2004)
- Member, Board of Directors, Mon Sheong Foundation (1996-2004)
- Chair, Human Resources Committee, Mon Sheong Foundation (1996-2004)
- Chair, City of Vaughan Community Relations Committee (1997–2000)
- Founding President, Brownridge Ratepayers’ Association (2001–2003)
- Panel Member, Health Professions Appeal and Review Board (2001–2003)
- Past President, Thornhill Provincial Liberal Association (2002-2005)
- Co-Chair, Golden Gala, North York General Hospital (October 25, 2003)
- Chair, Spadina-York Subway Extension Committee (2003–2007)
- Trustee, Vaughan Library Board (2003-2006)
- Board of Director, Skills for Change (2004–2006)
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