Ronald Lou-Poy exemplifies the adage that to give to one's community is both a responsibility and a privilege. A lawyer, he has promoted education and culture by lending his time and expertise to a number of organizations, including the Chinese Heritage Foundation, Crimestoppers and the McPherson Foundation. Chancellor of the University of Victoria, he is also known as a committed fundraiser. Notably, he contributed to the successful reconstruction of the Gate of Harmonious Interest, which stands as a symbolic entrance to the oldest Chinatown in Canada.