Animated by Dorielle Ashaki Retemyer
Music by Sigmund Washington
Dr. Zak El-Ramly came to Canada on a student visa in 1969 from Egypt. He landed in Ottawa, where he completed a master’s degree in combustion engineering and a PhD in aeronautical engineering at Carleton University. He later became a leader and trailblazer at BC Hydro. His company, ZE PowerGroup Inc. is an innovator and major player in BC's environmental infrastructure.
Soft Landing is a project curated by Ian Keteku which showcases the words and stories of prominent living Canadians who’ve immigrated from another country. These individuals have contributed to Canadian society in meaningful ways. They’ve excelled in areas of entrepreneurship, environmentalism, science, and community activism.
The project is funded by the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21