Early Life
Bains was born in Toronto, Ontario on June 16, 1977 to entrepreneur immigrant parents. He grew up in the Toronto neighbourhood of Jane and Finch before moving to Brampton where his family still resides. In Brampton, Bains attended Helen Wilson Elementary School, and W.G. Davis Middle School before attending Turner Fenton Secondary School.
Baines took a leadership role in organizing drop-in basketball games for local youth. In addition he was involved with a mentoring program for grade school students, both helping them with their homework as well as providing a positive role model.
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