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Vivienne Poy (née Lee; Chinese: 利德蕙; Jyutping: Lei6 Dak1-Wai6; Cantonese Yale: Leih Dāk-Waih; pinyin: Lì Déhuì; born May 15, 1941) is a Canadian businesswoman, author and philanthropist. She served as a member of the Senate of Canada from 1998 until her retirement in 2012.
18. Jan. 2021 · Learn about Vivienne Poy, a Hong Kong-born Canadian who became the first Asian senator in 1998. She is also a successful businesswoman, author, philanthropist and advocate for Asian heritage and human rights.
Vivienne Poy is an author, public speaker, historian, fashion designer, entrepreneur & community champion. She founded Vivienne Poy Mode in 1981, and over the following fourteen years enjoyed great success in fashion design, manufacturing, wholesale and retail.
2. Mai 2022 · Vivienne Poy, the first Asian senator in Canada, proposed a motion to recognize May as Asian Heritage Month in 2001. She reflects on the importance of multiculturalism, visibility and inclusion in Canada 20 years later.
10. Mai 2021 · Learn about the life and achievements of Dr. Vivienne Poy, the first Canadian of Asian descent appointed to the Senate and the initiator of Asian Heritage Month in Canada. Read her interview on her motivation, challenges and vision for celebrating Asian diversity and culture.
In 1998, she was the first Canadian of Asian descent to be appointed to the Senate of Canada where she focused on gender issues, multiculturalism, immigration, and human rights, and was instrumental in having May recognized as Asian Heritage Month across Canada.
4. Okt. 2023 · Published Oct 4, 2023. + Follow. Trailblazing Chinese-Canadian champion for inclusivity. The Honourable Dr. Vivienne Poy (利德蕙) is a Canadian legend. The first Asian Canadian appointed to the...
