An alumnus of RBC’s Top 25 Canadian Immigrants, Wali Shah serves his hometown as Poet Laureate for the City of Mississauga. He’s delivered TED Talks, and once closed out a keynote speech for President Barack Obama at an event in Toronto. His work inspires thousands to follow his voice, his journey and his advocacy.
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