Mashhood Qazi is a strategic IT Executive with over 25 years of experience in technology management, strategic planning and consulting. He was elected in 2018 Member of the Government of Alberta Ministry of Advanced Education Advisory Council on Technology where he worked towards preparing strategic recommendations for the Government to diversify Alberta economy by providing more emphasis on technology-related education and learning in educational institutions.
Mashhood is a Development Practitioner since 2003 with a demonstrated commitment to helping people in need. At a local level in Alberta, Mashhood is leading Live for Humanity Foundation which works towards empowering women in the society. He has organized various seminars and interactive workshops aiming at promoting healthy family living. Mashhood has contributed significantly in raising awareness about issues such as domestic violence, senior abuse, and consequences of the use of opioids, especially in younger generations.
In recognition of his social services, Mashhood has been honoured with Alberta's 'Coat of Arms' badge by the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, 'Ambassador of Indus Valley Culture' award by the Government of Alberta, Ministry of Culture and Tourism, O Canada Horizon award by Canadian Times, and Honorary Cultural Ambassador award by Government of Sindh Culture and Tourism Department.