RICHMOND -Today the BC NDP announced more candidates who are joining the team to stand up for their communities.

Dhar Grewal will be running in Richmond-Queensborough, Holly Isaac in Langley-Walnut Grove, Lara Honrado in Vancouver-South Granville, Gloria Morgan in Salmon Arm-Shuswap, Honieh Barzegari in West Vancouver-Capilano, Frankie Abel in Bulkley Valley-Stikine, Marsha Dufresne in Peace River South, Leah Ballantyne in Abbotsford South, and Binny Boparai in Kelowna-Lake Country-Coldstream.

"These BC NDP candidates are ready to fight for their communities and protect the jobs and services that their neighbours count on,” said David Eby, leader of the BC NDP. “From gas to groceries, our team would bring down costs for people, while the conservatives, their cuts and their chaos would put B.C. at risk.”

The BC NDP has a plan to create more jobs across the province as we build an economy that is less reliant on the United States. The plan will also strengthen our healthcare system by continuing to recruit more doctors and nurses, and protect people from rising everyday costs.

Dhar Grewal -

“We’ve faced significant challenges in recent years, and U.S. tariffs and economic uncertainty are creating new pressures for families and businesses. That’s why I’m standing with the BC NDP to protect people in Richmond-Queensborough, support local businesses, defend and create good jobs, and help build a stronger future for the next generation. Together, we’ll ensure British Columbians get the support and services they deserve.”

Holly Isaac -

“I’ve spent my working life listening to people who keep our communities running. I’m running with the BC NDP because workers and families need a government that listens, protects good jobs and strengthens public healthcare, especially as Donald Trump’s trade war creates more uncertainty for B.C.”

Lara Honrado -

"We're at a pivotal time in BC. The fundamental issue is: who will stand up for families? Who will bring down costs, protect public services, and build a stronger economy and a stronger province? I'm running with David Eby and the BC NDP because they have a plan to do just that."

Gloria Morgan -

“I want to bring people together and make sure we continue to improve our healthcare system and the economy. Whether you’re the newest newborn or our oldest senior, I’ll work for everyone. We all deserve a representative who will listen, treat people with respect and work to build a stronger, more prosperous and inclusive community together.”

Honieh Barzegari -

"We're at a critical time in our province. Due to the trade war, people in West Vancouver-Capilano have been through a lot. At a time like this, we need a government that is willing to stand up for our province, support Canadian businesses and workers, protect healthcare and critical services, and build a stronger economy. That's why I'm running with David Eby and the BC NDP."

Frankie Abel -

“I know what it feels like to work hard and still struggle to make ends meet. Growing up in the north, I’ve experienced how high costs, distance and service cuts can put basic needs out of reach. I carry these experiences with me, along with the teachings of my wilnatalh and a responsibility to give back to the community who fed me so much love and encouragement. I'm proud to stand with David Eby and the BC NDP to protect our public services and make life more affordable, and I'm ready to bring a northern voice to Victoria and be a strong advocate for the people of Bulkley Valley–Stikine."

Marsha Dufresne -

“Healthcare is the foundation of a strong rural community. When our communities have doctors, nurses, and other healthcare workers close to home, families can feel confident that care will be there when they need it. I’ll work to strengthen rural healthcare, recruit and retain healthcare workers, and make sure people have access to the care they deserve.”

Binny Boparai -

“Small businesses and farmers are the backbone of our local economy, and they need a government that understands the challenges they face. I’ve built a business here in the Okanagan, created local jobs and seen firsthand how rising costs and economic uncertainty affect families and entrepreneurs. I’m running to make life more affordable, strengthen local food systems and build an economy where young people can find opportunity and build their future right here at home.”

Leah Ballantyne -

“Abbotsford South is home to my family, and it has shaped my life. I went to school here, worked on farms across the valley and later practised law in downtown Abbotsford. I’m running to listen to local families and carry their concerns to Victoria. I’m proud to join David Eby and the BC NDP to stand up for B.C., strengthen health care close to home and protect good local jobs.”

Dhar Grewal (headshot here)

Dhar Grewal is a champion of small business who is dedicated to bringing people together and building stronger communities. Born in Campbell River, Dhar has called Richmond home for three decades where he met his wife, a lifelong resident, and raised two daughters. As a Senior Manager at Vancity, Dhar has worked closely with families, entrepreneurs, and small businesses, helping clients achieve important milestones like establishing a business and purchasing their first homes. He demonstrated corporate leadership grounded in a People, Planet, Profit focus. Dhar has a long history of giving back. He has coached thousands of kids in local youth soccer, supported organizations such as the ALS Society, and worked to strengthen this community. With deep roots in Richmond-Queensborough, Dhar is ready to bring his experience, community focus, and commitment to public service to the legislature.

Holly Isaac (headshot here)

Holly Isaac has deep roots in Langley; her family has lived in north Langley for more than three decades. She has worked as a Canada Post letter carrier and served as a shop steward and first vice-president of her local union. Her work experience also includes retail, banking, office assistance and telecommunications.

Lara Honrado (headshot here)

Lara Honrado is focused on the issues that matter most to the people of Vancouver-South Granville - affordability, protecting services, like healthcare, that matter to people, building a strong and resilient economy.

She led community relations for Mayor Gregor Robertson, where she supported a range of issues including economic development, reconciliation, and climate change while strengthening relationships with diverse local communities. As a senior leader, she was instrumental in developing the City of Vancouver’s 2020-2029 cultural plan and guiding efforts to address equity in urban planning and pandemic emergency response.

Lara works with the United Nations and the world’s leading experts on AI to help the public understand the impacts of technology on society. She is proud to be part of the BC NDP team holding big tech companies accountable for online harms.

Deeply committed to supporting arts and culture, Lara serves on the board of 221A where she helps steward BC’s first cultural land trust.

Lara is a longtime Vancouver resident and a proud parent to two children.

Gloria Morgan (headshot here)

Gloria Morgan is a member and former Chief of the Splatsin First Nation and a survivor of Indian Residential School and Sixties Scoop systems. She spent 11 years as an RCMP officer before becoming a lawyer, called to the bar in 1995, had a private practice, and worked as Duty Counsel, Circuit Counsel, Crown Counsel, and a Federal Adjudicator in the Indian Residential School Independent Assessment Process conducting residential school hearings. Morgan has served on numerous regional and provincial boards in health, education, post-secondary education and justice, and remains active in her community.

Honieh Barzegari (headshot here)

Honieh Barzegari is a Canadian woman of Iranian origin, physician by training, and strategic leader with more than 20 years of experience in healthcare, life sciences, technology, business, public policy, and government. She began her career practising medicine in rural communities in Iran, serving underserved populations and seeing firsthand the importance of accessible healthcare.

After moving to Canada, Honieh built a career at the intersection of healthcare, technology, and business, gaining experience in innovation, investment, and economic opportunity. She also served as a Ministerial Advisor with the Government of British Columbia and currently serves on the Langara College Board of Governors and co- chairs KPU’s Health and Science Committee.

Frankie Abel (headshot here)

Frankie Abel is a Gitxsan woman, mother and advisor who grew up in northern B.C. She brings lived experience of the challenges facing northern families, alongside her work in cultural safety, Indigenous governance and public policy. Guided by her family and Wilp’s teachings, Frankie carries a responsibility to give back to her community and region. Her experience walking in two worlds—within Gitxsan governance and provincial institutions—has taught her to build relationships, speak up and keep the people she serves at the centre of her work.

Marsha Dufresne (headshot here)

Marsha is a longtime Indigenous Education Support Worker. She has served as a Director with Tumbler Ridge Community Forests and the Tumbler Ridge UNESCO Global Geopark, and is a dedicated volunteer and grandmother.

Binny Boparai (headshot here)

Binny Boparai is a Kelowna entrepreneur, farmer and community leader, and the Co-Founder and President of Farming Karma, an award-winning farm-to-table beverage company that has grown from the Kelowna Farmers’ Market into a national brand carried in thousands of stores across Canada. She has served on the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and Kelowna’s Agricultural Advisory Committee, and has been recognized for her leadership in business, sustainability and innovation, including being named Woman Entrepreneur of the Year by BC Food & Beverage in 2024. Binny is running for the BC NDP in Kelowna–Lake Country–Coldstream to fight for affordability, strong local businesses and agriculture, safe neighborhoods, and communities where the next generation can thrive.

Leah Ballantyne (headshot here)

Leah Ballantyne (Mikisew Iskwew) is a community leader and the first member of her Cree Nation to become a lawyer. Her family lives in Abbotsford South. She attended Abbotsford Senior Secondary, worked on farms across the valley and later practised law in downtown Abbotsford, helping local families. She spent eight years on Sumas Mountain protecting the watershed, river and salmon.

A graduate of Douglas College and UBC Law, Leah completed a Master of Laws at the University of Hawaiʻi as class valedictorian. In nearly two decades of practice, she has advised First Nations, local, provincial and federal governments and international bodies, testified before Parliament and worked Senators, and led community engagement on a national trade corridor. She has served as vice-chair of a health authority board and on the BCIT board.

With the riding right on the border, Leah will stand up for families, farmers, workers, students and businesses who feel tariffs and trade disputes first. She shows up, listens and brings people together. This is how she has worked her whole career, and this is how she will represent Abbotsford South with the BC NDP.