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Hi, I’m Hamid Akbar
a Politician Social Activist Tax Advisor

A longtime community activist & public servant from Mississauga who believes Ward 5 needs a councillor to get things done quickly.

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What I Do

About Hamid

Hamid is a long-standing Mississauga-based public servant and community leader looking to serve in the best interests of the residents and business owners of Ward 5

Professional Experience

Worked as an accountant in the private sector before transitioning to the CRA, where he spent over 18 years At CRA, Hamid was Vice-President of the Union of Taxation Employees (UTE)

Community Experience

Serves as Chairman of Unity in the Community (UIC), an organization that has raised over $400,000 for Trillium Health Partners as well as initiatives to combat food insecurity in Peel Region

who's hamid

About Hamid Akbar

Hamid and his family have called Mississauga home for nearly 30 years. He has seen first-hand how the city has changed and can pinpoint the improvements needed. Having served as a public servant and a local community leader, he knows how to get things done in a timely manner. Hamid has the track record to prove it..

Getting Here

Before settling in Mississauga, Hamid has lived across Canada, starting in Montreal where he completed his Bachelors of Commerce (BCom) at Concordia University. He subsequently worked in Alberta, British Columbia before returning to Toronto, and then ultimately, Mississauga.

Community Work

Hamid is currently the Chairman of Unity in the Community (UIC), a Canadian charity focused on bridging the economic gaps in Peel Region. Together, UIC has raised over $400,000 for Trillium Health Partners. Hamid sees how inflation has led to food insecurity in the city, and has championed delivering free groceries to pensioners.

Portfolio

Community Work

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My Resume

Education Quality

Bachelors of Commerce (Bcomm), Business Administration

Concordia University (Montreal QC)

3.90/4

Job Experience

Tax Auditor

Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) for 18 Years

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Responsibilities include examining individuals' and businesses' financial records to ensure compliance with tax laws, conducting audits to verify accuracy of reported income and deductions, and providing guidance on tax regulations and procedures to taxpayers. The role involves extensive analysis, communication skills, and a thorough understanding of tax legislation.

Job Experience

Tax Auditor

Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) for 18 Years

CANADA

VP for the Union of Taxation Employees

CRA

CANADA

At, CRA, Served as VP for the Union of Taxation Employees (UTE), Co Chair of the diversity committee, and led the Workplace Occupational Health & Safety Committee

President

Unity in Community (UIC)

CANADA

A Canadian Charity focused on economic gaps in Peel Region by addressing food insecurity and the rising cost of living. UIC raised $150,000 f0r Trillium health Partners in 2021

Volunteer Experience

Vice President

Mississauga-Streetsville Federal Liberal Riding Association

CANADA

Mississauga-StreEtsville Federal Liberal Riding Association under the leadership of now Mayor Bonnie Crombie

Director

Mississauga-Malton Federal Liberal Riding Association

CANADA

Director of Malton Federal Liberal Riding Association for Hon. Navdeep Bains (former Minister of innovation Science & Industry)

Awards

Awards & Achievements

125th Anniversary

Recepient

Recipient of the 125th Anniversary of the confederation of Canada

Ontario Volunteer Award

Recipient

Recipient of Ontario Volunteer Service Award for 15 years of community service

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Awards & Acheivements

Canada Delegation

with Former Minister

4.30/5

Invited to join Team Canada delegation with Former Prime Minister Right Hon. Jean Chrétien

Sat on the House of

Commons Standing Committee

Sat on the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance to focus on the federal budget in 1997

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Hamid Akbar

Hamid Akbar is running for
Mississauga Ward 5 Councillor

Hamid is a long-standing Mississauga-based public servant and community leader who believes Ward 5 deserves a councillor to get things done in a timely manner.

Election Date June 10th, 2024.

what community say

Testimonial

Mujeeb Khan

Madad Support Network

Preisent & Chair Person

Endorsement : Hamid Akbar

For Mississauga Ward 5 Councillor

Hamid Akbar is the dedicated advocate ward 5 needs. With proven leadership and commitment to community empowerment's, he's the ideal choice for city council. I wholeheartedly endorse Hamid Akbar for Councillor, confident in his ability to drive positive change and represent our interests with integrity.

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