David Cohen receiving Certificate of Appreciation from the Toronto Hong Kong Lions Club for being their keynote speaker.

Two TD Canada Trust representatives with Councillor David Cohen at the Ward 3 BBQ.

Councillor David Cohen with police officers, community members and store officials at the Grand Opening of Mark's Work Wearhouse at Elgin Mills and Leslie.

Councillor David Cohen, Toronto City Councillor Paula Fletcher and the Deputy Consul General from the People's Republic of China at the opening of a new service centre for new immigrants by SEAS centre. SEAS, an active social service agency that provides immigrant and family services, is supported strongly by York Region residents.

Past President of Richmond Hill Rotary Club, David Obadia and Councillor David Cohen at the Juvenile Diabetes Bike-a-thon which annually raises millions of dollars for research.

Councillor David Cohen is the "God of Fortune" at the annual Mayor's Chinese New Year Gala. David also co-chairs the event and is seen with our Mayor Dave Barrow.

Prime Minister Stephen Harper with Councillor David Cohen at the opening of the Chinese Cultural Centre Phase 2 in Scarborough in fall 2006.

Councillor David Cohen, Councillor Arnie Warner, Mayor Dave Barrow and Regional and Local Councillor Vito Spatafora at a thank you ceremony from the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. Richmond Hill had several bike teams participate including Council.

The Official Opening of Senaca College at the former head office of Allstate Insurance in December 2006. Some of the honoured guests include Regional Chair Bill Fisch (far left), Councillor Godwin Chan, Regional Councillor Brenda Hogg, Mayor Dave Barrow and Councillor David Cohen.

Councillor David Cohen is a founding member of Smart Commute and is RIchmond Hill's representative on this committee. A trial lunch bus service was initiated the end of November 2006 for free rides for lunch for workers in the Highway 7 Beaver Creek and Commerce Valley area. At the Official launch is one of the buses with Councillors from Richmond Hill and Markham and Markham Mayor Frank Scarpetti.

At the official launch of Smart Commute are happy politicians. Councillor David Cohen came to Richmond Hill Council to get this program funded. Here seen in a picture that was used in several Chinese Newspaper Articles. David is at the top left.

At the Official Ceremony for the start of Lunch Express is the Manager of Alice Fazooli's Restaurant (host) with Keith Brey, Markham Board of Trade, Councillor David Cohen, Chair of Smart Commute, Mayor Frank Scarpitti and Lesley Walker, from Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce.

At CICS Artz Days Councillor David Cohen with some celebrities including Ken Tam, president of CICS with Monte Solberg, Federal Minister of Immigration and Cultural Service, Frank Scarpetti, Mayor of Markham, John Tory MPP and leader of the Progressive Conservative Party of Ontario in late November 2006.

Councillor David Cohen with Minister of the Management Board of the province of Ontario, MPP Gerry Phillips, Toronto Councillor Norm Kelly and Richmond Hill Councillor David Cohen at the inaugural celebration of the Board of Directors of Carefirst. Guenevive Wong (bottom fourth from the left) is the Chair

Councillor David Cohen at the York Rotary Club annual Gala. The York Club which has members from throughout York Region, had their gala awarding community members who had made significant contributions. The Gala took place in October 2006

Councillor David Cohen with members of the Board and participants in the Under the Banyan Tree Program on November 9, 2006.

David Cohen is an active participant, working with the Board of Directors to get more funding, awareness so the program can be expanded. It is part of the One Voice project.

Councillor David Cohen with Frank Klees and the Board of Directors of Spirit of Life at their new home in Richmond Hill in Ward 3. David Cohen is an Honorary Advisor and is helping Spirit of Life to get more money and services for the Developmentally Challenged. Spirit of Life is part of the One Voice Program.

Councillor David Cohen with Councillor Vito Spatafora, Fairchild Television Star Leslie Yip and the finalists of the Miss Chinese Toronto Contest.

The event was a Blood Donor Clinic to raise awareness for the need to donate blood at Hillcrest Mall in late October 2006.

The ground breaking of the new Richmond Hill Theatre in October 2006. Seen are Councillors, members of the theatre steering Committee, Alfredo Degasperis, lead donor, and architect Jack Diamond. David Cohen has been a member of the theatre steering Committee. The theatre is expected to open in the fall of 2008.

Councillor David Cohen and York Region Police Constable Ng at a Ward meeting discussing Richmond Hill safety and police issues organized by Councillor Cohen.

Jackie Cousins, coordinator of the Richmond Hill Minor Soccer Association with Councillor David Cohen at the awards day at Richmond Green in September 2006. Close to 4,000 kids participated this year.

Councillor David Cohen officiates at the grand opening of Wasabi Restaurant.

Councillor David Cohen with the Consul General of the Peoples Republic of China and the Executive of the Mandarin Lions Club at their Arts Gala in June 2006.

Councillor David Cohen with other elected Officials at the annual meeting of Centre for Information Services, (CICS). They are a partner in the Bayview Hill Seniors Program.

Councillor David Cohen with executive of the Richmond Hill Markham Chinese Business Association Network Event in late March.

Councillor David Cohen and Grace with Juliana Chan of the Chinese Cultural Centre and Dr. John Chan, Chair of the Board of Carefirst at the Carefirst Young at Heart Banquet on March 25, 2006.

Residents vocalizing their concerns at a Ward 3 Meeting in respect to the York Region widening of 16th Avenue on March 23, 2006.

Councillor David Cohen with friends at the Federation of Markham Chinese Canadian, York Regional Police fundraiser for the Philippines Earthquake on March 22, 2006.

Acting Mayor and Councillor David Barrow with Nalini Jugunundon, Lauren Steckley, Risa Healey and Councillor David Cohen representing the Richmond Hill Intercultural Committee at the York Regional Police International Day for the Elimination of Racism Festival on March 19, 2006.

Rehana Sumar, of Mosaic Out of the Cold at the York Regional Police Multicultural Day in Markham. The other person with Councillor David Cohen is on the organizing Committee for the event. Chief LaBarge and the York Regional Police go out of their way to be promote harmony in our Community. The event took place on March 19, 2006.

Consul General of Pakistan Ghalib Iqbal and Councillor David Cohen at a Fundraiser for Pakistan Earthquake Relief put on by the Multicultural Society of Pakistani Canadians.
Kamil Sadiq, the Chief Coordinator of the Canadian Federation of Intercultural Friendship is the Coordinator of this organization. The event took place on March 18, 2006.

Nancy Cutler, Organizer of the York Central Hospital Foundation St Patrick's Day Fundraising Gala is sided by Acting Mayor and Regional and Local Councillor David Barrow and Councillor David Cohen on March 17, 2006 at the event that helped raise money for York Central Hospital.

Mosaic Out of the Cold is a fantastic shelter project for those who do not have. Four faith communities are sharing in the project. Here is David Cohen at the Jaffari Islamic Centre on Bathurst Street at an information event on March 15,2006.

Councillor David Cohen sending greetings from Mayor Bell and Council at the Norwooz Festival, the Fire Festival which precedes the Iranian New Year on March 14, 2006. The wind chill factor was very cold. Next years event will be in Richmond Hill.

Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Leslie Walker, American Sound of Canada's Angie Lisi and Councillor David Cohen at the Annual Business Achievement Awards in March 2006. Councillor Cohen is Council's representative on the Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce.

Richmond Hill Markham Chinese Business Association Vice President Sunny Ho, Grace and David Cohen with RHMCBA's President David Ho at the Business Associations February 2006 networking event.

Edith Lam of Carefirst, Bryon Wilfert MP, Rev. Leung of Richmond Hill Chinese Baptist Church and Councillor David Cohen. Reverand Leung is receiving a thank you for letting the Bayview Hill Seniors Program use his church.

Councillor David Cohen speaking at the Bayview Hill Seniors Program Chinese New Years lunch.

Councillor David Cohen joins with members of the Chinese Cultural Centre and other members at their roof topping ceremony of their new addition.

The Hong Kong High Schools Celebrate an Annual Valentines Day dance. Councillor David Cohen and his wife Grace (right) with Mr. and Mrs. Leung in front of the band and high school banners on February 11, 2006 in Richmond Hill.

Councillor David Cohen with CICS hosts and other singers at the Chinese New Year Singing Party of Centre for Information Services.

Councillor David Cohen singing Cantonese Songs for a Chinese New Year New Immigrant Party Put on by York Region Singing Group of CICS on February 12, 2006.

Lions Clubs members together for the Chinese New Year Lions Club party. Included in the picture with Councillor David Cohen is Ray Charboneau, Zone Chairman of the Lions and Christina Wong, President of the Elegant Ladies Lions Club.

Five Lions Celebrate the Chinese New Year at the Lions Club Festivities.

Royle Leung, President, Corey Chan, Andy Leung and partners of the Broker Team Insurance Solutions Inc Official Opening on Feb10, 2006 with Councillor David Cohen.

Councillor David Cohen with Canada's High Commissioner to China David Collins and Bill Whiteman of the Canada Pakistan Business Council at a special lunch to hear our Ambassador speak.

Councillor David Cohen with Donna Katz of ASF Gymnastics at their Annual Fundraising Gala in February 2006. ASF do amazing things including teaching Canadian kids to be International Champions and to do the best they can.

Dr. Ming Tat Cheung, Chairman of the Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto with Councillor David Cohen at the CCC's 2006 New Years dinner. The CCC is expanding with a phase two addition and I have good fortune to be involved with such a wonderful Cultural organization.

Councillor Lynn Foster MCs the Official Opening of the Winter Carnival for 2006 on February 4, 2006

Councillor David Cohen among the many dignitaries and the executive of the Chinese New Year event on February 3 for the Richmond Hill Chinese Seniors Association

Councillor David Cohen with Jackie Li, Councillor Vito Spatafora and the New Year's Lion at the annual Richmond Hill Chinese Seniors New Years and Birthday event on February 3, 2006

Councillor David Cohen, John Tory, leader of the Provincial Conservative Party Frank Klees MP, Juliana Chan Chair of Gala and spouses at Chinese Cultural Centre Gala in May 2005.

Councillor David Cohen, Toronto Councillor Norm Kelly, Doctor and Mrs. John Chan President and Board Member of Carefirst, Genevieve Wong Board Member, Mario Rocco, MPP and Vaughan Councillor Sandra Rocco, Carefirst Executive DIrector Helen Leung are in the front row with the rest of the Board of Directors in the Back Row at the Annual Christmas Party of Carefirst. Carefirst is a large GTA based organization that provides services for new immigrants and seniors. At this meeting, Councillor Cohen accepted an invitation to be an Honorary Advisor to help assistance with projects in Richmond Hill.

Councillor David Cohen at an event at the Masjid (Mosque) at Bayview and Briggs in Richmond Hill on January 20,2006.

Markham MPP Tony Wong, Markham Deputy Mayor Frank Scarpetti, Richmond Hill Councillor David Cohen, Vaughan MPP Mario Rocco, Ontario Government Minister of Transportation Harinder Takhar, and Markham Councillor Erin Shapero at a joint Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce, Markham Board of Trade Meeting to help promote "Smart Commute 404-7" Councillor Shapero and Councillor David Cohen sit on the "Smart Commute" Committee along with area business reps and the two Chambers of Commerce.

Councillor David Cohen, treasurer, Nalini Jungnundon, the Chair, and Deputy Mayor David Barrow, the secretary, of the Richmond Hill Intercultural Diversity Committee at its initial Public Meeting on January 18,2006.

Councillor David Cohen, Richmond Hill MP Bryon Wilfert and members of the Muslim Community at an issues discussion evening in early 2006.

Councillor David Cohen with his wife Grace and volunteers from the Bayview Hill Seniors Program at the first annual Christmas lunch. Councillor Cohen founded the program with the help of Carefirst, CICS and Town staff.

Councillor David Cohen with Canada's Ambassador to the United Nations Allan Rock at the Eid Dinner on November 15, 2005 sponsored by the Canada Pakistan Business Council.

Councillor David Cohen singing Carols with members of the York Rotary Club on December 20, 2006 at their annual Christmas gala. Money was raised for the Food Bank.

Councillor David Cohen with Lidia Kafeih (centre) Mayor William Bell, The Honourable Bryon Wilfert at the Angels for Lina event on December 18, 2005 to raise funds to support a Cancer victim.

Dan Wilkerson, York South Community Living, the operator along with some of the residents, Ms. Fung from Spirit of Life and Edith Lam of Carefirst are all in this picture from the event of December 9, 2005.

Councillor David Cohen with Mayor Bell, Frank Klees, MPP and MP Bryon Wilfert at the official opening of the first Chinese Group Home for all Chinese Heritage People in Richmond Hill.

On December 18, 2004, we celebrated Children at a special event at the Sheraton Parkway Shops. Note our MP Bryon Wilfert and Markham MPP Tony Wong also attended the event.

Margaret Law and Juliana Chan join me at the Elegant Lions Club Annual Inauguration Gala on June 26, 2004. Money raised supported the addition to the Chinese Community Centre in Scarborough. The ladies are dressed in 1950's Costume.

Doncrest Elementary School Principal Daniel Wu and Vice Principal Larry Fritz join me at the Grade 8 Graduation Ceremony at the Bayview Golf and Country Club on June 21, 2004. Doncrest School had an entertaining graduation ceremony.

Councillor David Cohen is seen with Sandy Keshin, long time director of REENA. Councillor Cohen has been on the REENA Board of Directors for 5 years. REENA provide programs and operate Group Homes for those with developmental disabilities throughout the GTA. REENA is building a Seniors Home in the near future in Richmond Hill. The event on June 23, 2004 was to honour Reena week in Vaughan. Mayor Michael DiBiase of Vaughan was the guest of honour.

On June 23, 2004, Councillor David Cohen is seen at the Annual General Meeting of the Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce with local business operator Hughes Felus. Councillor Cohen is the Council liaison to the Chamber of Commerce. In the rear is a presentation for Smart Commute Program. The Program promotes alternative ways to get to work and reduce Gridlock. Councillor Cohen is one of two Councillors on the 404- 7 Smart Commute Committee.

Bayview Hill Elementary School Principal Mr. Stone with me at the Grade Graduation on June 22,2004. The Bayview Hill Elementary School was rated by the Province of Ontario to be one of the top Schools in the Province this year through the hard work of Mr Stone and his staff. I presented an award for citizenship at the ceremony.

Councillor David Cohen at the Oak Ridges Fair on June 19,2004 where he helped man the roadwatch booth. This was the first year of the fair put on by the Lion's Club at Ozark Park.

I am seen here with Terry Simonuk, Chair for the last several years of Christ the King School Council at the Grade 8 Graduation Ceremony at Premier Banquet Hall on June 18,2004. Terry had the pleasure of seeing her daughter giving the Valedictorian address as selected by her classmates. Terry is retiring after 10 years on the School Council and will be missed by all of us.

The Richmond Hill Chinese Seniors Association's June birthday party was held on June 18, 2004 at Times Dynasty Restaurant. At the top left is Jackie Lee, president, the Seniors who celebrate their birthday this month are seen behind and beside me. Also in attendance is Bryon Wilfert MP for Oak Ridges riding.

Mayor William F. Bell speaks to walkers at the Hip Hip Hooray event on June 13 that raised money for York Central and Markham Stouville Hospitals. All the walkers had either a knee or a hip replacement. The two fellows standing by me are doctors from the two hospitals.

Ward 3 resident Janet Nelson and a special friend of mine at the June 12, 2004 Heritage Day Festival on Yonge Street. The weather was perfect, clear skies, not too hot. Heritage Day is annually put on by Arts Richmond Hill. This years Chair was former Councillor Nick Papa.

Daisy Wai and a future motorcycle officer join me for a picture at the "Together we serve, Shoulder to Shoulder service" at the Richmond Hill Chinese Community Church. Police Singers sang for us and the Church honoured those who risked their lives for us in the Community on June 12,2004.

Marg Campbell and Brenda Houston of Pathways join me for a photo at the Wine and Jazz fundraising event at Southbrook Farms on June 10,2004. Pathways works hard to care for runaway Richmond Hill and Markham teenagers.

Being a volunteer has its good jobs and we are seen carrying bags of ice in the 33 degree heat. The fun and pride of the group is what makes this Council so great to sit on. We are always looking for more interested parents so consider joining this or your local School Council.

Christ the King Catholic School volunteers put on a very successful bar b q on June 9,2004. I am pictured with some of the volunteers on a very hot and steamy day, The weather man had threatened rain, but it stayed away til after the event which had an estimated turnout of 300 adults and children. It is a pleasure working with this fine group of parents on the School Council.

Councillor David Cohen with Bita Amani, artist and educator, Mary Vautour, artist and Richmond Hill resident at a special art exhibition on June 6,2004.

Councillor David Cohen with Oak Ridges MPP Frank Klees at the Mill Pond Splash on June 6, 2004. The event is put on by the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority to make citizens aware of our environmental heritage and the Don River.

Rebecca Green Principal of Bayview High School with me at a Gala on May 27 to raise money for the School's International Bachorlette (IB) Program. Ward 3 Residents are lucky to have a few of the best schools in the Province in our area. It is because of the dedication of people like Ms. Green that our children are being so well taught.

It was a pleasure to give Awards of Excellence to the many students at Bayview Enrichment Centre on May 28,2004. A Chinese School that meets on Saturdays at Bayview High School. Here President Willis Leung and Principle Carol Chan present me with a thank you certificate.

June 4 is the anniversary of the Massacre at Tiananmen Square in Beijing, China. On May 30, The Toronto Association for Democracy in China held a rally and a Memorial Dinner to remember the horrific event when thousands of students were mass murdered while peacefully protesting. Those in this picture were leaders of that student strike who have exiled along with a labour leader from Hong Kong and one of the organizers of the group and event Dick Chan.

The Children Hold Memorial Candles to remember and honour those who died in Peaceful protest. The Toronto Association for Democracy in China include many Toronto area residents who dream of the day when they feel there will be freedom of expression in China. The many stories told were touching and the speakers sometimes cried in reliving the horror of the 1989 Tiananmen Massacre.

I am seen at the May 30 Tiananmen Memorial event with Dick Chan, an original organizer of the Toronto Association for Democracy in China. I was honoured to be one of only two local politicians ( Tony Wong ) at this event. Although much of the talking was in Chinese, through the interpretation of friends and video's supplied, I felt a strong feeling from the program.

Councillor David Cohen in the background talking with Mayor William Bell at the kick off of the "Walk on the Wild Side Program" on May 26, 2004. The Town has put out informational materials and is encouraging everyone to walk the Town's pathways.

The Town of Richmond Hill hosted a networking event for the Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce on May 25,2004. I am the Town's liason to the Chamber of Commerce. Here I am with Leslie Walker, Director of the Chamber of Commerce and one of the many members who came out to the successful event.

Migun Health and Beauty Aids Officially opening in May 2004. Principles Tommy S. Au-Yeung and Dennis Yip welcomed me to the Official Ribbon Cutting. The business is located at Bayview and Weldrick. Among the items the business sells, are special healing beds.

I am seen here on May 15,2004 with two other members of the Roadwatch Committee at our Public Works Department Open house. The Roadwatch program asks residents to report speeding drivers who are then contacted by the York Regional Police. I sit on the Roadwatch Committee with several hardworking volunteers. At this years Public Works Open House, we sold over 500 composters, gave away compost as well as hotdogs and hamburgers. This is the kickoff for the National Public Works Week.

Juliana Chan was a Co Chair of the Imperial Ball on May 9,2004. The Ball raised money for an addition to the Chinese Cultural Centre. In her speech, she talked about the need to keep her culture alive. Juliana is very active in our community. Among her activities includes being an organizing member of the Elegant Lions Club and a Board Member of the Richmond Hill Markham Chinese Business. Association and many other activities.

The Imperial Ball on May 9,2004 raised money for a new phase of construction of the Chinese Cultural Centre. Dr. K.K. Leung, Senior Pastor at Richmond Hill Free Methodist Church on Hillsview joins me. Dr. Leung is an Honorary Advisor to the Board of Directors of the Chinese Cultural Centre. It is hoped that the ground breaking of the addition will be done by the end of 2004.

Councillor David Cohen with Kuan Nai-chung, music composer and Dr. Patrick C.P. Ho, Secretary of Home Affairs, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region at the North American Premier of the Ballet "Legend of the Great Archer" by the Hong Kong Kong Ballet. Mr. Nai-chung composed the music for the first Ballet ever made using a Chinese Musical Score. The event helped raise money for the New Chinese Renaissance Exhibit at the currently being reconstructed Royal Ontario Museum. The Hong Kong Administration made a large financial contribution to the ROM to help pay for the exhibit at this event.

The Learning Disabilities Association had a Vintages and Jazz event on May 2, 2004 at the Loyal True Blue and Orange Building on Yonge Street. Joining me in the picture are Lynn Ziraldo, Executive Director, Barb, President of the Learning Disabilities Association and Regional Councillor David Barrow.

The Richmond Hill Potters and Weavers use the Town owned Burr House on Carrville Road, east of Bayview to make their crafts, and periodically show and sell them. They operate a tea house on many afternoons as well. Twice a year, they move the work machines out and show off and sell their artistic gems. Here I am purchasing a beautiful bowl made by a local artist at the biannual sale in late April 2004.

Councillor David Cohen presenting a Richmond Hill Volunteer Achievement Award to Dr. Jack Bengall on April 23,2004 at the Annual Awards Presentation. Eight deserving people received awards. Jack has considerable community involvement. Among his many achievements, he initiated an annual fundraising dinner for York Central Hospital, gave scholarships for teen leadership courses and was President of Beit Rayim Synagogue.

Bruce Curtis and Bernie Cowan join me at the Hospice Richmond Hill Annual Volunteer Appreciation Night at Oakview Terrace in April 2004. Bruce is our Chair of Fundraising and is also a prime figure in the York Region Habitat for Humanity project that builds homes for those who are in need. Bernie is the Treasurer of Hospice Richmond Hill. He donates alot of his free time to make things right for those who are terminally ill. I sit on the Board of Directors.

Marina Greco, Managing Director of Hospice Richmond Hill at their Volunteer Appreciation Night. Hospice Richmond Hill has volunteers who visit people who have terminal or life threatening illness's and try and make their life better. I sit on their Board of Directors. The service group serves people who live in Richmond Hill.

Richmond Hill Deputy Mayor, Regional and Local Councillor and Chair of the York Region Police Services Board David Barrow, myself and York Region Police Chief Armand Labarge at the 12th Annual Police Appreciation Night in April 2004. The York Region Police Force have cleaned up by closing down over 100 illegal massage parlours in York Region in the past year, many in Richmond Hill and Ward 3. We owe a debt of gratitude for their hard efforts to make our neighbourhood safe.

Mayor William Bell has been on Town Council since 1980 when he was Ward 3 Councillor and I followed him as Ward 3 Councillor in 1988. This picture was taken at the Jenny Wong Graduation in January 2004.

Ward 3 resident Jenny Wong operates a large school that trains people to work in the beauty , hair and cosmetic service industry. Her students learn at a school in Markham but get their practical training at their outlet at Hwy 7 and Doncrest Road in Ward 3. The picture has me addressing the audience and graduates at their annual graduation reception on January 16,2004.

Councillor David Cohen is being presented with a recognition plaque by York Region Police Chief Armand Labarge at the Richmond Hill & Markham Chinese Business Association 10th Anniversary Gala in April 2004. The plaque recognized the contribution of the Town of Richmond by helping to sponsor the event. On the left is Kit Wong and the right C. S. Leung, both past presidents and active members of the Chinese Business Association. 

Councillor Cohen with Daisy Wai, current president of the Richmond Hill & Markham Chinese Business Association and founding president C.S. Leung. Both operate business's and live in Richmond Hill. They provide ongoing volunteer time to make Richmond Hill a better place to live. The Richmond Hill & Markham Chinese Business Association is very active in our community. The Associations promotes business by way of programs, involvement with business associations from other area's, trade conferences and promotion. In the last year, they made a large effort to help business get back on its feet after the SARS epidemic. The Association encourages interaction with the whole community and often holds joint functions with the Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce. The April 2004 Richmond Hill & Markham Chinese Business Association 10th Anniversary Gala was a tremendous success. Money was raised for an area Hospital.

The 10th Anniversary Gala of the Richmond Hill & Markham Chinese Business Association was a tremendous success. Three business's received achievement awards. In this picture with me includes Markham Councillor Khalid Usman, RHMCBA Past President Kit Wong, RHMCBA Current President Daisy Wai, Markham MPP Tony Wong, Richmond Hill MPP Frank Klees, Richmond Hill Councillor Lynn Foster and Richmond Hill Mayor Bill Bell.

Parent Council's work hard to make things good at our Schools. I am lucky to be the Citizen member of the Christ the King Parent Council. This picture is most of the 2003 -2004 Council taken at our April 2004 meeting. The Council has raised money, brought in speakers, provided equipment, volunteer time and even lobbied The Town of Richmond Hill for a safer drop off zone at the neighbouring Ed Sackfield Arena. There are many in this picture, but sitting to my right is Ms V. Longo, Principal and Terry Simonak, our hardworking Chair.

I had the pleasure of attending the Academy of Sports and Fitness's competition in April 2004. Emily, Vanessa, and Alyssa were among the many competitors. This Ward 3 organization is renowned for the quality program and National representatives that have trained there. These children, like so many in our area, spend many hours every week, training in various activities.

Richmond Hill resident and friend Latif Fasil and Dr. Ken Ng, President of the Federation of Chinese Canadians Markham join with me at the annual Pakistan Day Celebration. It was a great event celebrating the Canadian Pakistan Community and harmony between peoples.

The celebration of Beautiful Art and the Iranian New Year went hand in hand when I attended the Richmond Hill Academy of Music and Arts in March 2004. From left to right are Artist Shala Jamal, Acadamy Director Monireh Mohammadi, Councillor David Cohen, Uncle Norez, and Mohsen Jamal artist.

Markham Councillor Erin Shapero, Markham Deputy Mayor Frank Scarpitti, with Councillor Cohen at the "Rally against Anti Semitism and Hate' March 2004. The rally was a huge response against anti semetic actions including damaging graves, synagogues and painting Nazi slogans on peoples homes. Hate does not belong in Canada was the clear message of the evening. Canada thrives on diversity!

Mr. Keith M. Landy, President of the Canadian Jewish Congress and Ward 3 Resident with Councillor Cohen at 'Rally Against Anti Semitism and Hate' March 2004

Councillor David Cohen, with Daisy and Albert Wei, Consul Zhang Yuzhen of Peoples Republic of China, Bassanio So of Hong Kong Economic Trade Council and Federal Minister of Transportation from Scarborough Agincourt Jim Karyciannis at the Introduction to the "Road to China Conference on March 19,2004

Councillor Cohen gets ready to bowl as the Richmond Hill Council Bowling Team raised over $5000 for Big Brothers and Big Sisters March 2004

Walter Wong joins the discussion at Councillor Cohen's coffee meet and greet March 13 2004 at Urban Cafe

Councillor David Cohen along with Markham Councillors Frank Scarpetti and Jack Heath and the owners of Delux Fitness in April 2003.

Councillor Cohen with dignataries at the Citizenship Court held at Christ the King School held in February 2001.

Councillor Cohen, paddling with Frank Klees MPP, Bryon Wilfert MP and Councillor Vito Spatafora at the Mill Pond Splash in May 2000. This event to celebrate the Don River was put together by the Don Watershed Regeneration Council and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. Councillor Cohen has sat on this Council since 1992.

Ribbon Cutting of the new head office of "Global Financial Corporation" with Francisca Fong, President and Ward 3 resident at Times Square in June 2000

Councillor Cohen with famous Richmond Hill artist Albert (Au Siu)-Cheung and Paklee Ho at the June 17, 2000 opening of Albert's art exhibit, East Meets West.

Councillor Cohen, Mayor William F. Bell and others at Walk to School Day, Bayview Hill, June 7, 2000. This event was organized in cooperation with the Town of Richmond Hill's Clean Air Initiatives team.

With Elvis Stojko at the 2nd Annual Mayor's Gala Celebration of Figure Skating in Richmond Hill and Sports Hall of Fame Awards Dinner and Show, May 13, 2000.

With young skaters at the 2nd Annual Mayor's Gala Celebration of Figure Skating in Richmond Hill and Sports Hall of Fame Awards Dinner and Show, May 13, 2000.With young skaters at the 2nd Annual Mayor's Gala Celebration of Figure Skating in Richmond Hill and Sports Hall of Fame Awards Dinner and Show, May 13, 2000.

With Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, The Honourable Hilary M. Weston, Directors of REENA and Councillor Cohen at REENA's Volunteer Appreciation Evening, April 3, 2000.

Councillor Cohen with Mayor Bell, staff and students of Bayview Hill Elementary School at the June, 2000 Walk to School Day

At the Richmond Hill Chinese Seniors Association Birthday Party, December, 1998

Giving an award to Glen Waugh of Richmond Hill at the Volunteer Appreciation Awards in April, 1999

At the Jenny Wong Beauty Awards Dinner, January, 1999