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David Tsubouchi
David Tsubouchi, a sansei, was born in Toronto in 1951. During World War II his mother, Fumiko Takahashi was interned in Lemon Creek and his father, Kiyoshi Tsubouchi spent his time in P.O.W. Camp 101. David is counsel for the law firm Fraser Milner Casgrain LLP, where he practices Planning and Development Law. David also has an extensive background in public service, having served as an elected government official both municipally and provincially. He is the former Chair of the Management Board of Cabinet of the Province of Ontario and has held numerous cabinet positions David's career has included many notable achievements. He is the first Japanese-Canadian to hold a cabinet position in Canada and has held numerous posts including, Minister of Culture, Solicitor General, Minister of Consumer and Commercial Relations and Minister of Community and Social Services. received several awards of recognition including the Bruce Bryden Leadership Award, the Queen's Golden Jubilee Medal, and the OSPCA Award of Merit. David is currently a Member of the Board of Governors of York University, the Board of Directors of the National Ballet of Canada and a Viva Ambassador for the York Region Rapid Transit System.
David Tsubouchi
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