Wilson Miao

Wilson Miao MP (Chinese: 繆宗晏; born 12 April 1987) is a Canadian politician who serves as the member of parliament for Richmond Centre. He was elected to the House of Commons in the 2021 federal election as a member of the Liberal Party.^[1]

Miao immigrated to Canada from Hong Kong in 1996 and grew up in Richmond, British Columbia, where he became deeply connected to the community he now represents.  He pursued Business Administration at Simon Fraser University (SFU).

Fluent in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English, Miao bridges linguistic and cultural gaps, ensuring inclusive representation for Richmond Centre’s diverse population.

Before entering politics, Miao worked in corporate marketing and as a real estate agent in the Lower Mainland, developing strong ties with local businesses and residents.

Wilson Miao was elected as the Member of Parliament for Richmond Centre in the 2021 Canadian federal election, representing the Liberal Party of Canada.  He defeated incumbent Conservative Alice Wong, who had held the seat since 2008.

As an MP, Miao has focused on issues such as supporting seniors, small businesses, housing affordability, and community development.  He has been actively engaged in advocating for policies that benefit Richmond residents and ensure stronger federal support for the community.

Miao is actively involved in community outreach, frequently hosting town halls and roundtable discussions to engage directly with constituents.  He has collaborated with local businesses, seniors’ groups, and nonprofit organizations to ensure Richmond Centre’s priorities are effectively represented at the federal level.

Miao is a permanent member of the Standing Committee on International Trade and the Standing Committee on Veterans Affairs.  He has been an active participant in parliamentary committees, contributing to significant legislative developments:

• Standing Committee on International Trade (CIIT)^[2] : Miao played a pivotal role in the modernization of the Canada-Ukraine Free Trade Agreement (FTA), ensuring the modernized agreement meets contemporary economic priorities for both Canada and Ukraine.  He was also an active defender of Canadian industries during the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) review, ensuring that trade policies protect Canadian businesses and workers.  Additionally, he has been a strong advocate for the Canadian softwood lumber industry, pushing for measures to safeguard the sector amidst ongoing trade disputes with the U.S..  Miao also actively defended Canadian industries during the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) studies and advocated for the protection of the Canadian softwood lumber industry amidst ongoing trade disputes.
• Standing Committee on Veterans Affairs (ACVA)^[3] : Miao contributed to the completion of the first-ever study on the experiences of women Veterans, titled "Invisible No More," shedding light on their unique challenges and recognizing their important sacrifice and contribution for Canada. He also played an essential role in examining veterans' benefits and commemoration practices, aiming to enhance support and recognition for veterans.

Miao introduced and successfully passed Private Member’s Bill C-244: An Act to amend the Copyright Act (diagnosis, maintenance and repair)^[4] , which amends the Copyright Act to allow consumers and businesses to diagnose, maintain, and repair products without violating copyright laws.

• Consumer Empowerment: Bill C-244 ensures that Canadians have the choice between repairing their existing products or purchasing new ones, eliminating unnecessary waste and expenses.
• Sustainable Consumption: the legislation encourages responsible and sustainable consumption by allowing consumers to extend the lifespan of their devices and reduce their environmental impact.
• Right to Repair Framework: the bill establishes Canada’s first right-to-repair framework, ensuring that manufacturers cannot use copyright laws to prevent consumers and businesses from repairing their own products.
• Economic Growth and Local Job Creation: Bill C-244 helps grow local repair businesses, stimulates job creation, strengthens regional economies, and fosters a healthy and competitive market.
• Environmental Resilience: by allowing repairs instead of forced replacements, the legislation helps reduce planned obsolescence and minimize electronic waste in Canadian landfills.

• Canada produced nearly 1 million tonnes of electronic waste in 2020, and this is projected to reach 1.2 million tonnes annually by 2030. (University of Waterloo)
• 86% of Canadians discard electronic devices when a screen is damaged or the battery no longer functions, while 23% replace their mobile devices due to a lost or broken charger. (Innovative Research Group)
• 65% of Canadians reported owning multiple broken electronic products between 2016 and 2021, citing high repair costs and limited access to repair options as major barriers. (CBC – Canadian Broadcasting Corporation)

The legislation received strong support from Minister of Innovation, Science, and Industry, François-Philippe Champagne, who stated:

"Canadian consumers expect their digital devices and home appliances to last for a long time and to be repairable. This bill is a step forward in making repair more accessible and reducing unnecessary waste."

• Wilson Miao – Parliament of Canada biography

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