Photos: Aziz Ladha Photography

Sonia is a community activist, a social worker and family counsellor who is a strong advocate for safe schools, eliminating portables and securing more funding for school programs and students. She has worked with children, youth and families for 30 years. With her proven track record of working with the community to tackle difficult issues through Shakti Society, she wants to bring positive change in Surrey schools. Her team of Surrey Students NOW includes Cindy Dalglish, Charlene Dobie and Mary-Em.