Thank you, Lord for the Hon. Anne Kang, Minister of Municipal Affairs. We pray for wisdom and guidance as she works for her constituents and for our province. We ask you to bless her with health and strength and give her words of wisdom as serves the people of British Columbia. Thank you for her role as Minister, may she have wisdom and clarity as she works with city Mayors and those serving on council. Bless her family, may they know your amazing love today and may they find times to rest and play together. Bless Anne in Jesus’ name, Amen.
Anne Kang was appointed Minister of Advanced Education and Skills Training in November 2020, first elected as the MLA for Burnaby-Deer Lake in 2017. She immigrated to British Columbia as a child, and has lived in Burnaby for over 30 years. Anne was a three-term Burnaby City Councillor before becoming an MLA, and has been a leader in many organizations that build community and support those who are vulnerable. Anne’s commitment to community was recognized when she was awarded the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in 2012 for her contribution to Canada. Anne has a passion for life-long learning. She completed her post-secondary education at UBC, receiving a Bachelor of Music, a Bachelor of Education – Elementary, a Diploma in Special Education – Learning Disability, and a Master degree in Special Education – Gifted and Creative Learner, and completed two levels of Montessori Certification. Before being elected MLA of Burnaby-Deer Lake, Anne was a music teacher in the Burnaby school system. Anne lives and works in Burnaby and has two young children, who attend school in Burnaby.