Leadership Built on Trust, Action, and Results
For more than three decades, Zakir has been actively involved in Scarborough–Rouge Park. His approach is simple: listen to residents, understand local challenges, and work collaboratively to deliver practical solutions that improve everyday life.
A Leader Who Understands Our Community
A Voice for Residents
Zakir believes every resident deserves to be heard. He is committed to transparent leadership, open communication, and representing the real priorities of the community.
Action-Oriented Leadership
Rather than making promises, Zakir focuses on measurable results, community partnerships, and practical solutions that create lasting positive change.
Building a Stronger Future
Zakir’s vision is a safer, more connected, and more prosperous Scarborough–Rouge Park where families, seniors, youth, and businesses can thrive.
Experience, Service, and Results
Zakir’s leadership is built on decades of community involvement, public service, education governance, healthcare fundraising, and civic engagement across Scarborough.
Years in Scarborough
Three decades of living, working, serving, and giving back to the Scarborough community.
Governance Decisions
Participated in hundreds of student hearings and governance decisions supporting students and schools.
Healthcare Fundraising
Helped support major healthcare fundraising efforts for Scarborough hospitals and community health initiatives.
Civic Initiatives
Supported numerous campaigns, community programs, and civic initiatives at different levels.
A Lifetime of Service, Leadership & Community Impact
From arriving in Canada as a newcomer to serving as a community leader, business owner, volunteer, and elected school board trustee, Zakir’s journey reflects hard work, perseverance, and a deep commitment to giving back.
His experience in public service, community organizing, education governance, healthcare fundraising, and local business advocacy gives him the practical leadership needed to represent Scarborough–Rouge Park.
Practical Solutions for Scarborough–Rouge Park
Zakir is focused on real issues that affect residents every day: safer neighbourhoods, better transit, responsible growth, stronger local businesses, and improved services for families, seniors, and youth.
View Full Platform →Safer Neighbourhoods
Working with residents, community groups, and local partners to improve safety and prevention.
- Community safety initiatives
- Youth engagement programs
- Neighbourhood-based solutions
Housing & Responsible Growth
Supporting housing solutions while protecting the character and needs of local neighbourhoods.
- Affordable housing advocacy
- Smart development
- Community-focused planning
Better Transit & Roads
Improving connectivity, accessibility, and reliable transportation across Ward 25.
- Reliable TTC service
- Safer roads and crossings
- Better local connectivity
Families, Seniors & Youth
Strengthening services and opportunities for residents at every stage of life.
- Senior support services
- Youth opportunities
- Family-focused community programs
Parks & Environment
Protecting green spaces and building healthier, cleaner, and more enjoyable communities.
- Park improvements
- Cleaner neighbourhoods
- Environmental protection
Local Business & Jobs
Helping small businesses thrive while supporting local jobs and economic growth.
- Main street revitalization
- Small business support
- Local economic development
Stay Connected with the Campaign
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Campaign Newsletter
Read the latest campaign updates, community announcements, volunteer opportunities, and event highlights.
Read Newsletter →Local Issues
Learn more about the issues residents care about most — safety, transit, housing, parks, seniors, youth, and local businesses.
View Issues →Get Involved
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Get a Lawn Sign →Help Build a Stronger Scarborough–Rouge Park
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