Gim Wong arrived safely back in Vancouver airport this evening.
His family met him at the airport, and he was also met by good
friends.
I talked with Sid Tan this evening, who went to meet Gim.
Sid is also the representative for the CCNC (Chinese Canadian
National Council) that has helped to sponsor this 83-year old's
motocycle ride across Canada.
Sid reported that Gim looked good, if a little tired.
By 9pm, Sid and friends were having a bite to eat after meeting
Gim and family, who were then safely on their way home.
Below is Sid Tan's announcement detailing Gim Wong's expected
flight arrival.
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Yo Folks. Gim Foon Wong, 83-year old intrepid cross-country
motocyclist, arrives on Air Canada 195
at 8:05pm today, Wednesday July 6.
We plan to have a press briefing in a few days
and a welcome home dinner to thank Gim and his family.
Gim left Victoria on June 3 and is flying back to
Vancouver from Montreal.
His goal was to arrive in Ottawa on July 1 topublicize the
growing Chinese head tax and exclusion redress movement.
He succeeded admirably in both.
Arrival was to be very low key but I plan to go to airport
to welcome him back. Gim is a true Canadian hero. Take
care. anon Sid ph - 604-433-6169
Gim Wong has now arrived safely back in Vancouver
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