Council candidates
for a city people can stay in.

Born in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Judith and her family fled the country when she was seven during the First Congo War. After living in South Africa, Australia and the United States, her family eventually came to Canada as refugees. Judith later studied International Studies at Trinity Western University in British Columbia and made Vancouver home.

It was here that Judith discovered a passion for the outdoors. While joining group hikes around Vancouver, she noticed that the people enjoying these spaces did not reflect the diversity of the city. She was often the only Black woman in the group, and she saw a lack of representation throughout the outdoor industry.

Rather than simply accepting it, Judith acted.

In 2017, she founded Colour the Trails, creating more accessible outdoor experiences for Black, Indigenous, racialized and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. The organization has since grown across Canada, helping hundreds of people experience activities ranging from skiing and hiking to climbing, kayaking and camping.

Judith has also served on the Trans Canada Trail board since 2021 and is a Fellow of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society.

Now, Judith is bringing that same community focused approach to City Hall as a Bright Future Vancouver candidate for City Council. She believes Vancouver can do better, and that everyone should have the opportunity to participate, belong and thrive.

Professionally, Ibrahima is an entrepreneur and community builder. As the founder of Community Growth Media, he works with coaches, creators, and business owners to build thriving communities by creating the systems that keep people connected, engaged, and supported. His clients have included internationally recognized creators and growing online businesses, where he has helped transform communities into places where people genuinely want to belong.

Beyond his business, Ibrahima has built experience in political campaigns, community organizing, sales, and customer service. He has managed a provincial election campaign, volunteered on a municipal campaign, and has spent more than 15 years supporting the African Fair Trade Society through community events, outreach, and education.

Ibrahima is running with Bright Future Vancouver because he believes the city can do better. Like many Vancouver residents, he has experienced the rising cost of living, the housing challenges, and the growing feeling that too many people are being left behind. He believes Vancouver has the potential to become one of the world's great cities, but only if it puts people first, listens to its communities, and plans for the future instead of simply reacting to today's problems.

He joined Bright Future Vancouver because he believes a better city starts with stronger communities, practical leadership, and a vision that gives people something to believe in again.

In 2010, Yadwinder became a licensed realtor. Since then, he has helped families understand Vancouver’s housing market and find homes of their own. As an immigrant, worker, father, and business professional, he understands firsthand how difficult it can be for families to build a stable future in this city.

Yadwinder wants Vancouver to be more affordable, safe, and accessible. His priorities include affordable housing, safer streets for pedestrians and cyclists, better access to services for newcomers, and a municipal government that respects taxpayers and delivers the basic services people depend on.

He has also volunteered on political campaigns and served as a member of an Electoral District Association. That experience has allowed him to speak directly with voters and hear what matters to communities across the city.

Yadwinder is running with Bright Future Vancouver because he wants newcomers and diverse communities to have a stronger voice at City Hall. He wants the next generation to be able to afford to stay in Vancouver, raise a family here, and know that they belong.

With a background in health sciences, finance, and entrepreneurship, Mohadeseh brings an analytical and practical approach to local issues. Having built a business from the ground up, she understands the pressures facing business owners, workers, and families, and believes good policy starts with understanding the root of a problem before promising a solution.

Her commitment to community has also shaped her approach to leadership. Mohadeseh has volunteered across the healthcare sector, including with daycares, hospitals, and senior homes, while remaining involved in her cultural community and professional organizations. These experiences have reinforced her belief that leadership starts with listening and showing up for the people you represent.

Mohadeseh is running for Vancouver City Council because she believes Vancouver needs a fresh perspective focused on practical solutions rather than political division. With Bright Future Vancouver, she wants to help build a city where young people, families, workers, seniors, and newcomers feel represented, supported, and proud to call Vancouver home.

Growing up on local farms, attending Point Grey Secondary, and later experiencing homelessness gave Bilal firsthand insight into the cracks around housing, affordability, and opportunity. Driven by faith and service, he believes meaningful change starts with leaders who understand what people face every day.