It's been one week since Rechie Valdez was sworn in as Canada’s Minister of Small Business, becoming the first Filipina-Canadian to serve in cabinet. What is the first actionable item she is taking in this role? How important is it for her to represent the Filipino community? She joins guest host Robin Gill.

Listen to The Vassy Kapelos podcast on the iHeart radio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Follow us on Twitter at @VassKapelosShow and on Instagram at @VassyKapelosShow. 

<p>It's been one week since Rechie Valdez was sworn in as Canada’s Minister of Small Business, becoming the first Filipina-Canadian to serve in cabinet. What is the first actionable item she is taking in this role? How important is it for her to represent the Filipino community? She joins guest host Robin Gill.</p>
<p>Listen to The Vassy Kapelos podcast on the iHeart radio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Follow us on Twitter at @VassKapelosShow and on Instagram at @VassyKapelosShow. </p>