Election 2017 Archive

Housing has leapfrogged transportation to rank as the top concern in the Royal City for many residents – no surprise, really, given the affordability crisis on the housing front in B.C.

The NDP needs to go. The Liberals need to go. The Greens are the way to go.

James Crosty is running for the B.C. Social Credit Party. James Crosty, B.C.

Rex Brocki is running for the B.C. Libertairan Party in New Westminster.

Independent hopefuls were invited to forum co-hosted by school district, before plug was pulled

By the numbers: Population: 52,335 Median age: 40 Average number of children per home: 1.2 Average number of persons per family: 3.1 Total number of occupied private dwellings: 16,500 English as mother tongue: 20,445 – source: Elections B.C.

BACKGROUND: Aside from the 2001 provincial election, when the Liberals swept to power and only two New Democrats were elected to the legislature, New Westminster has a longstanding tradition of voting NDP.

Lorraine Brett, B.C. Liberal Party, in her own words: “A New Westminster resident since 1994, Lorraine Brett is a marketing professional and passionate local community leader.

Jonina Campbell, B.C. Green Party, in her own words: “A teacher, wife and mother of three children. A two-term school board trustee; board chair for three years. Active New Westminster volunteer for 10+ years.

Judy Darcy, B.C. NDP, in her own words: “As your MLA, and for my entire life, I’ve poured my heart and soul into making life better for children, families and seniors.