May 26, 1998 - Leading Ethnocultural Advocacy Group Elects New Executive

On May 24, 1998 in Toronto, at the conclusion of its Biennial General Assembly, the Canadian Ethocultural Council, Canada's primary advocate on multiculturalism and only coalition of ethnocultural umbrella organizations elected the Executive Committee that will guide the organization into the next millennium. Emmanuel J. Dick, a Toronto high school Principal and Canadian of Trinidadian origin was elected to serve a second term as President. In addressing the Assembly Mr. Dick stated that " After recently meeting with major players and organizations across the country, I believe that the value and potential influence of CEC have never before been so deeply felt". He added "the 42% ethnocultural population in Canada will not only continue to grow in number, but also in economic and political influence. Our ethnocultural communities must remain vigilant, progressive, participatory and proactive if we are to embrace the many opportunities that will come our way".