Yasushi Ohki

Executive Director

Yasushi Ohki’s journey began on the windswept prairies of Edmonton, where his passion for community development took root amidst the vast expanse of the Canadian landscape. Armed with degrees in civil engineering from the University of Alberta and architecture from the University of British Columbia, Yasushi embarked on a multifaceted career spanning over two decades. His professional odyssey navigated the realms of suburban land development and civil service, from the planning departments of Strathcona County to the corridors of the Government of Alberta's Ministry of Infrastructure, and finally to the frontline of homelessness intervention at the City of Edmonton's Housing and Homelessness Section.

Throughout his career, Yasushi's expertise has been underscored by a keen eye for urban design and a relentless commitment to addressing societal challenges. His tenure as Director of Housing at Homeward Trust Edmonton marked a pivotal chapter, where he channeled his passion into tangible solutions for affordable housing and homelessness. Now, as the visionary leader of the Green Violin Community Development Company, the Rose Cello Affordable Housing Society, and the Prairie Sky Property Management Corporation, Yasushi conducts a symphony of innovation and social impact. With each project, he strikes a resounding chord, orchestrating transformative change that resonates far beyond the borders of his beloved Edmonton.