Andy’s story begins in Marpole, where he grew up in aging apartment buildings alongside his immigrant parents, who came to Vancouver from China in search of opportunity and a better future. Like many working families in the city, stability did not come easy. Water leaks, mice infestations, and the constant pressure of rising costs were simply part of everyday life. Those experiences gave Andy an early understanding of what it means to live on the edge of affordability in a city that often feels increasingly out of reach for ordinary people.
Watching his family work tirelessly to build a more secure life shaped the values he carries today: hard work, resilience, and a belief that people who contribute to their communities deserve the chance to succeed and live with dignity.
As he got older, Andy became increasingly concerned about the direction Vancouver was heading. He saw a city where too many young people felt shut out, where working families struggled to stay afloat, and where systems that were supposed to serve residents no longer seemed to work for them.
That belief carried into his work as a business founder in a niche industry, where he focused on making a hobby more affordable and accessible rather than maximizing profits at every opportunity. For Andy, that approach reflected a broader principle: markets and businesses should serve people, not exploit them.
Today, Andy is running for Vancouver City Council because he believes the city can do better. He represents a new generation that is ready to challenge outdated thinking, bring forward practical solutions, and fight for a Vancouver that works for everyone.
