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Jun 30, 2023 7:14 PM - The Canadian Press

Baltej Dhillon appointed chair of WorkSafeBC’s board of directors

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Dhillon created history by becoming the first RCMP member to wear a turban as part of his uniform. (Photo: Baltej Dhillon's Facebook Handle))

Baltej Singh Dhillon has been appointed Chair of WorkSafeBC's Board of Directors for a three-year term effective Friday, June 30.

Dhillon is the first South Asian Canadian to hold this role, and has been a member of WorkSafeBC's Board of Directors since 2017.

Dhillon had a distinguished career as a police officer spanning more than three decades.

Notably, Dhillon created history by becoming the first RCMP member to wear a turban as part of his uniform.

In addition, he also received the Queen Elizabeth II Golden and Diamond Jubilee medals for community service.

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