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Why I Am Running
Welcome to my website, and thank you for visiting
I had the privilege of serving the residents of Ward 23 as an assistant to the late Councillor Cynthia Lai until her passing in 2022.
When I left City Hall, I assumed life would become a little quieter.
Instead, my phone seemed to ring even more often.
Residents continued to call about City services, neighbourhood concerns, and community issues. They knew I would answer, listen, and do everything I could to help.
Over the past eight years, I have walked every street in Scarborough North—all 300-plus of them—meeting thousands of residents, hearing their stories, and understanding the challenges they face every day.
I have also helped organize cleanups in every park across the ward.
Some residents even jokingly call me the "unofficial councillor." To me, that is one of the greatest compliments I could receive. It means they know I will listen, follow through, and always be there when they need help.
Before entering public service, I was a teacher of history and economics and later founded and successfully operated my own business. Those experiences taught me how to solve problems, manage resources responsibly, and make practical decisions that improve people's lives.
These years of service have shown me how City Hall works, how to bring people together, and how to turn good ideas into real results.
But there is still so much more to do.
Over the years, many residents have encouraged me to run for City Council because they believe I can carry on Cynthia’s legacy and make an even greater difference.
Imagine what we could accomplish together if I had the opportunity to serve you as your City Councillor.
That is why I am running—Ward 23 deserves a councillor who is accessible, responsive, and never forgets that public office is about serving people.
Q&A
Q1. How long have you served Scarborough North?
I have served the community for over eight years.
Q2.What do you mainly do for residents?
I've helped residents report City issues, access City services, connect with the right departments, and find community resources. My goal is simple—to listen, respond, and help get things done.
Q3.How do we know you've really served the community?
Over the past eight years, I've walked every street in Ward 23—more than 300 of them—meeting thousands of residents and helping solve everyday problems. Many residents have seen my work firsthand, and much of it has been documented on social media.
Q4. If you're elected, would you stay as our City Councillor, or would you eventually run for provincial or federal office?
My commitment is to serve Scarborough North as your City Councillor. I'm running because I care about this community and want to solve local problems. That's where I want to make a difference.
Q5 What makes you different from other candidates?
I've spent more than eight years serving this community before ever asking for a vote. I've walked every street in Ward 23, helped thousands of residents, and built relationships across every neighbourhood. My campaign is built on service, not promises.
Meet Kevin Li
From New Zealand to Canada, my journey has given me a deep appreciation for diverse communities and the opportunities this country provides.
My experience in education, business, media, finance, and public service has taught me how to connect with people and understand the challenges they face every day.
Over the years, I have proudly supported local non-profit organizations and seniors’ services, including Mon Sheong and Yee Hong. I was a sub committee member of Mon Sheong Foundation and currently serve as an advisor to Scarborough Ontario Health Team(former SHN).
As your voice, I will work hard to make sure residents are heard and that our community has a strong voice at City Hall.
I hold a Bachelor's degree in science and Master’s degree in Business and Management (Economics).
I live with my wife, our two children, and our dog and cat.
我曾擔任已故市議員 Cynthia Lai（封賴桂霞） 的助理，協助處理社區事務及市政服務。在她身邊工作的日子，讓我深刻體會到，真正的公共服務，就是用心傾聽居民、務實解決問題，並始終把居民放在第一位。
即使離開市政廳後，仍有不少居民在遇到問題時第一時間聯絡我尋求協助。我始終以社區義工的身份繼續服務，包括反詐騙宣傳、市政服務指引、社區安全倡議，以及各類民生問題的協調與跟進。
過去八年，我走遍嘉堡北三百多條街道，與數以千計的居民交流，深入了解大家最關心的问題。很多居民甚至笑稱我是「民间市議員」。對我來說，這是最大的鼓勵，因為代表居民相信，只要有需要，我都會盡力幫忙。
我的人生經歷跨越不同國家和行業——從中國到紐西蘭，再到加拿大；從教師、企業經營者，到金融從業者及社區倡導者。這些經歷讓我學會傾聽不同的聲音，理解不同背景居民的需要，也培養了務實、理性、解決問題的能力。
我相信，居民需要的不是空洞的承諾，而是一位真正願意傾聽、能夠解決問題、並把事情辦成的人。
一位好的市議員，不只是替居民發聲，更重要的是懂得與居民、社區及市政府攜手合作，把事情真正做好，讓政策落實，讓居民感受到實實在在的改變。
嘉堡北還有很多工作需要完成。我希望把過去八年累積的經驗、信任和服務精神，帶到市議會，為居民爭取更多資源，推動更有效率的市政服務，建設一個更安全、更宜居、更有活力的社區。
நான் ஏன் போட்டியிடுகிறேன்
மறைந்த கவுன்சிலர் சிந்தியா லாய் அவர்களின் உதவியாளராக, வார்டு 23 மக்களுக்கு சேவை செய்யும் வாய்ப்பு எனக்குக் கிடைத்தது.
நகர மன்றத்தை விட்டு வெளியேறிய பிறகும், உதவி தேவைப்படும் போதெல்லாம் குடியிருப்பாளர்கள் தொடர்ந்து என்னை அணுகி வருகின்றனர்.
கடந்த எட்டு ஆண்டுகளாக, வார்டு 23 இன் ஒவ்வொரு தெருவிலும் நடந்து, ஆயிரக்கணக்கான குடியிருப்பாளர்களை சந்தித்து, அவர்களின் கவலைகளை கேட்டறிந்து, அன்றாட பிரச்சினைகளுக்கு தீர்வு காண உதவியுள்ளேன்.
சில குடியிருப்பாளர்கள் என்னை அன்புடன் “அதிகாரப்பூர்வமற்ற கவுன்சிலர்” என்று அழைக்கிறார்கள். அது அவர்கள் என்னிடம் வைத்துள்ள நம்பிக்கையை வெளிப்படுத்துகிறது.
நான் ஒரு ஆசிரியர், தொழில் முனைவோர் மற்றும் சமூக சேவையாளர். அந்த அனுபவங்கள் மக்களை ஒன்றிணைத்து, பிரச்சினைகளைத் தீர்த்து, நல்ல முடிவுகளைப் பெற எனக்குக் கற்றுக் கொடுத்தன.
சிந்தியா லாய் அவர்களின் சேவை மரபைத் தொடர்ந்து, வார்டு 23க்கு இன்னும் சிறந்த எதிர்காலத்தை உருவாக்க நான் போட்டியிடுகிறேன்.
Timely Action Saves a Life — Kevin Li Responds to a Community Emergency
On the morning of July 30, a concerning situation unfolded in the Scarborough North community—one that ultimately demonstrated the importance of neighbours looking out for one another.
A 90-year-old senior living alone had not answered phone calls or been seen for two days, leaving his neighbour, Maggie, deeply concerned for his well-being. However, Maggie had to leave for work that morning and was unable to check on him herself.
Although Maggie had never met Kevin Li in person, she knew of his longstanding involvement in the community and his work helping residents with a wide range of issues. Concerned that something might be wrong, she reached out to Kevin and asked if he could check on her elderly neighbour.
Kevin immediately went to the senior’s home. He rang the doorbell and knocked repeatedly, while also trying to reach the resident by phone. When there was still no response, Kevin checked around the front and back of the property, as well as the mailbox and garbage bins, looking for any indication that the resident might simply be away.
Finding no such signs and recognizing that the situation could be serious, Kevin decided not to wait. He immediately called 911 and requested a wellness check to make sure the senior was safe.
Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene. Firefighters entered the home and found the senior lying unconscious on the floor, unable to move and in critical condition. Fortunately, he was still breathing. Paramedics then transported him to hospital for emergency medical treatment.
This incident is an important reminder that seniors living alone can be among the most vulnerable members of our community. A phone call, a friendly check-in, a knock on the door—or a timely call to 911—can sometimes make the difference between life and death.
Looking out for one another is how we build a safer, stronger, and more caring community.