EINPresswire/ -- Surrey Mayor Brenda Locke and the Surrey City Council formally recognized Underdog: A Veterinarian’s Fight Against Racism and Injustice by Dr. Hakam Singh Bhullar, issuing a proclamation on September 29 at Surrey City Hall that celebrates the book’s impact and underscores the city’s commitment to equity and inclusion.

The proclamation comes just days after the Vancouver-area book launch, which drew more than 350 attendees and a distinguished roster of dignitaries and community leaders. Among them were Hon. Sukh Dhaliwal, Minister Jagroop Brar, Minister Harry Bains, Speaker of the B.C. Legislative Assembly Raj Chouhan, and former MLA Jinny Sims. Additional guests included MP Randeep Sarai, MLA Steve Kooner, Minister of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills Jessie Sunner, Parliamentary Secretary for International Credentials Sunita Dhir, and former diplomat Bhupinder Lidder.

“Your acknowledgment not only honors my work but also brings vital attention to the ongoing fight against racism and injustice,” Dr. Bhullar said, thanking Mayor Locke and the City Council. “I am truly grateful for your support and commitment to fostering a more inclusive and equitable community.”

Part memoir and part legal drama, Underdog recounts Dr. Bhullar’s 13-year battle against systemic racism in Canada’s veterinary profession — a landmark human rights case that resulted in a ruling of systemic racism and a formal apology from the British Columbia Veterinary Medical Association.

At the launch event, guests also learned about a forthcoming documentary that will bring Dr. Bhullar’s story to a wider audience, ensuring his fight for justice continues to inspire future generations.

Underdog — already an Amazon bestseller and ranking in multiple top categories — is featured in a special Amazon promotion today, October 8, offering readers limited-time access and discounted pricing. The book is available now at Amazon in Canada and the USA and at .

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