VICTORIA – The BC NDP is announcing more candidates running in the October 24th provincial election.

Loyal Wooldridge will run in Kelowna Centre, Christine Boyle in Vancouver-Little Mountain, Niki Sharma in Vancouver-Hastings, Pam Alexis in Abbotsford-Mission, Callista Ryan in Vancouver-Quilchena, and Sunita Dhir in Vancouver-Langara.

The candidates join David Eby’s BC NDP team as the party campaigns on plans to strengthen B.C.’s economy, lower costs, and recruit more healthcare workers.

In recent days Eby has proposed new “Built in B.C. and Canada” procurement rules for public infrastructure projects, action to to turn more empty condos into homes people can afford, and an expansion of B.C.’s recruitment of healthcare workers from the United States.

“British Columbians know what’s at stake in this election,” said David Eby, Leader of the BC NDP. “With Trump attacking our jobs and economy, people are looking for stability and a government that stands up for B.C., not Conservative cuts, chaos and higher costs. Our BC NDP candidates are focused on affordability, housing and healthcare, so we can get through these challenges together and come out stronger.”

The candidates include incumbents, returning candidates, and community leaders from across the province, bringing a mix of legislative, municipal and local experience to the campaign.

QUOTES

Loyal Wooldridge –

“People need leaders who show up and deliver results when a crisis hits. During the wildfires, I worked with regional partners to support evacuees and pressed for better emergency services. I’m running with the BC NDP to deliver for Kelowna, and help protect good jobs that lower costs, grow our economy and strengthen healthcare.”

Christine Boyle –

“The conservative parties have routinely sided against you and a Team Canada approach during a critical moment for our country. We need a government that’s ready to stand up for B.C., invest in strong public services, build homes and create good jobs, to protect the people and places we love. That’s David Eby and the BC NDP and I’m proud to be on this team.”

Niki Sharma –

"We are ready to keep fighting for British Columbians and the services they rely on. I am proud to be a part of a committed team of talented people, who are focused on delivering for British Columbians through challenging times."

Pam Alexis –

“It’s tough out there right now, and families in Abbotsford and Mission need an MLA and a government that’s looking out for them. That means making daily life easier, including safer commutes and less time on the road. The completion last month of Highway 7’s expansion to four lanes between Maple Ridge and Mission, along with the Fraser Valley Highway 1 Corridor Improvement Program, will help people spend less time commuting and more time at home. David Eby and the BC NDP are also strengthening health care by hiring doctors and nurses, bringing down housing costs and creating good-paying jobs.”

Callista Ryan –

“People in Vancouver-Quilchena deserve serious leadership that will stand up for our province, protect people through economic uncertainty and build for the future. At a time when B.C. is facing real challenges, we need stability and a government that can work with Ottawa to bring investment home, strengthen our economy and protect the services people rely on. That’s the kind of leadership David Eby and the BC NDP are providing, and it’s why I’m proud to be running again.”

Sunita Dhir –

“I’m proud to be a part of a team that has made real progress for people, like bringing rental costs down and connecting more British Columbians to a family doctor. We have more work to do, but the conservative plan would put it all at risk. The BC NDP is the only party committed to protecting what matters most.”

BIOGRAPHIES

Loyal Wooldridge (headshot)

Loyal Wooldridge is an entrepreneur, two-term Kelowna city councillor and chair of the Regional District of Central Okanagan. During the 2023 Grouse Complex wildfires, he helped keep evacuees and their families informed and helped secure local disaster-relief funding. He grew up in Kelowna and is a local advocate and volunteer, dedicated to delivering results for people.

Christine Boyle (headshot)

Christine Boyle is a community organizer, a climate leader and an ordained United Church minister. She was born and raised on the unceded territories of the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh Nations. Elected as the MLA for Vancouver-Little Mountain in 2024, Christine served as the Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs, where she actively worked to ensure that homes are built, that housing costs come down, and that people can build good lives in the place they love. Prior to provincial politics, Christine served as a Vancouver City Councillor. During her time on Council, she was a tireless advocate for rental, co-op and non-market housing. She led the development and adoption of Vancouver's Climate Emergency Action Plan, one of the most comprehensive municipal climate plans in North America.

Niki Sharma(headshot)

Niki Sharma has served as the MLA for Vancouver-Hastings since 2021. During her service, she has expanded local health care services, opened child care spaces and new schools. Niki has also served as Deputy Premier and Attorney General with a strong record of taking on large corporations, including tech companies, fighting for online safety, expanding access to justice and transforming the justice system to better respond to sexual violence. She has been honoured to serve the people of Vancouver-Hastings and would be honoured to continue.

Callista Ryan (headshot)

Callista Ryan is a communications professional who has worked across the public service, non-profit and private sectors. She has worked with the BC Public Service on communications and engagement for programs supporting young people and families. In the private sector, she advises organizations on public policy, government relations and communications. Callista knows that we need to protect the services that matter to people, and plan for the future, so that young people can build good lives in the communities they call home.

Sunita Dhir(headshot)

Sunita Dhir was elected as the MLA for Vancouver-Langara in 2024, and she has called South Vancouver and Marpole home for three decades. For nearly two decades with SUCCESS, she supported newcomers in learning English and building lives in British Columbia. In office, she has proudly served as the Parliamentary Secretary for International Credentials, working to make sure that internationally trained professionals have their skills and experience recognized.

Pam Alexis (headshot)

Pam Alexis has lived all over the world, but she knew she was finally home when she and her family moved to the Fraser Valley. An active community member focused on helping people, Pam has served on the boards of the Mission Chamber of Commerce and the Mission Rotary Club. She was elected Mayor of Mission in 2018 and served as the MLA for Abbotsford-Mission from 2020 to 2024. As an MLA, Pam also served in cabinet as BC's Minister of Agriculture and Food, helping champion B.C.'s food growers and producers in the Fraser Valley and beyond.