Everyone is talking about – The 2025 Federal Election! 
It’s here (finally) and it ends April 28 with a new band of Parliamentarians standing up for the True North Strong and Free! That is a task all the more daunting given our current tumultuous times and contemptuous neighbours. We’ll be here with you for the next four weeks to tell you who’s running, what’s real, and how to show up at the polls with confidence.

Below are riding details for Burnaby Central,
Burnaby North–Seymour, New West–Burnaby–Maillardville, and Vancouver Fraserview-Burnaby South.

Don’t know which riding you are in? Find out here.

Find details about the parties, the leaders, the candidates,
and how and where to vote at the bottom of the page.

Burnaby Central

The riding of Burnaby Central encompasses the central portion of the City of Burnaby, including the neighbourhoods of Metrotown, Burnaby Hospital, and parts of Deer Lake, with boundaries that have remained largely unchanged since the 2021 election.

You can see a PDF of the riding’s boundaries here.

Candidates

So far, four candidates are running in Burnaby Central: Jagmeet Singh (NDP), James Yan (Conservatives), Wade Chang (Liberals) and Richard Farbridge (PPC). The candidates are listed in alphabetical order below.

Jagmeet Singh - NDP

Website | Facebook | Instagram | Read our Q&A here

Incumbent: Yes

Jagmeet Singh is the leader of the federal NDP and MP for Burnaby South. A lawyer and human rights advocate, he is the first person of a visible minority to lead a major federal political party in Canada. He grew up in Scarborough, St. John’s, and Windsor, and served as an Ontario MPP before becoming party leader in 2017. He lives in Burnaby with his wife and daughter.

James Yan - Conservatives Party of Canada

Website 

Incumbent: No

James Yan is a tech professional with a Stanford MBA who works at the intersection of streaming and innovation. He has advised Canada’s Shadow Minister of Innovation, supports BC Children’s Hospital, and lives in Burnaby’s Brentwood neighbourhood. In his free time, he enjoys racquet sports.

Richard Farbridge - People’s Party of Canada

Website | LinkedIn | Read our Q&A here

Incumbent: No

Richard Farbridge is a 59-year-old civil engineer and father of three. After losing his job due to COVID mandates, he became committed to defending individual freedoms and now supports the PPC as a voice for Canadians who feel unheard.

Wade Chang - Liberal Party of Canada

Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Read our Q&A here

Incumbent: No

​Wade Chang is an internationally trained lawyer and social entrepreneur based in Burnaby. He is NCA certified and has studied at the University of Oxford.

All-candidates meetings

Find upcoming all-candidates meetings and townhalls here.

• Debate hosted by Burnaby Board of Trade
  Date: Monday, April 14, at 3 p.m.
  Location: to be announced

Results

We will post a link to our Burnaby results page here when it is live. You will be able to keep up to date on the local outcome in real-time after polls close at 7 p.m. on Monday, April 28. The page will also include who is winning in the Burnaby’s other ridings.

Burnaby North–Seymour

The riding of Burnaby North–Seymour includes the northern part of the City of Burnaby and the eastern portion of the District of North Vancouver, covering areas such as Capitol Hill, Brentwood Park, and Lynnmour. Following the 2022 federal electoral redistribution, the riding expanded to incorporate the Lynn Valley and Lynnmour neighborhoods from North Vancouver, while ceding the Sullivan Heights area to the newly formed Burnaby Central riding.

You can see a PDF of the riding’s boundaries here.

Candidates

So far, five candidates are running in Burnaby North - Seymour: Bryan White (Greens) Mauro Francis (Conservatives), Michael Charrios (NDP), Jess Fulton (PPC) and Terry Beech (Liberals). The candidates are listed in alphabetical order below.

Bryan White - Green Party of Canada

Website

Incumbent: No

Born and raised in North Burnaby, Bryan has over a decade of experience coaching with the Burnaby Minor Hockey Association and fostering animals through the SPCA and Heart and Soul Animal Rescue. A father of three and grandfather of two, he combines his construction background with real estate expertise as a licensed realtor with eXp Realty since 2007.

Mauro Francis - Conservative Party of Canada

Website | Instagram

Incumbent: No

Mauro Francis is Executive Director of the South Vancouver Community Policing Centre, a non-profit focused on proactive crime prevention. Raised in North Burnaby and East Vancouver, with roots on the North Shore, Mauro pairs deep local ties with a strong commitment to public safety. A BCIT grad in Computer Systems Administration, he’s mentored at-risk youth for over a decade and advocates for stronger crime and drug policies.

Michael Charrois, NDP

Website | Facebook | Instagram | Bluesky | Read our Q&A here

Incumbent: No

Michael Charrois is a professional actor and theatre instructor at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts. He works as a Constituency Advisor in North Vancouver and has held leadership roles in community and garden associations across the North Shore.

Jesse Fulton - People’s Party of Canada

Website | Read our Q&A here

Incumbent: No

No details yet.

Terry Beech - Liberal Party of Canada

Website | Facebook | Instagram | Read our Q&A here 

Incumbent: Yes

Terry Beech is Canada’s Minister of Citizens’ Services and a long-time community advocate based in North Burnaby, where he lives with his wife and two daughters. With a background in business and economics from Simon Fraser University and an MBA from Oxford, Terry has worked as a small business owner, educator, and city councillor.

All-candidates meetings

Find upcoming all-candidates meetings and townhalls here.

• Burnaby North-Seymour Debate hosted by Seymour Community Association
  Date and Time: Tuesday, April 15, 7-9:30 p.m.
  Location: Mount Seymour United Church, 1200 Parkgate Ave., North Vancouver

Results

We will post a link to our Langley results page here when it is live. You will be able to keep up to date on the local outcome in real-time after polls close at 7pm on Monday, April 28. The page will also include who is winning in the Fraser Valley’s other ridings.

New West–Burnaby–Maillardville

​The riding of New Westminster/Burnaby/Maillardville encompasses the City of New Westminster, the southeastern portion of Burnaby – including areas bounded by 10th Avenue, Canada Way, Burris Street, and Highway 1 – and the Maillardville neighbourhood in Coquitlam. Established during the 2022 federal electoral redistribution, this riding combines parts of the former New Westminster–Burnaby and Coquitlam ridings, uniting these communities into a single electoral district for the first time.

You can see a PDF of the riding’s boundaries here.

Candidates

So far, four candidates are running in New Westminster—Burnaby—Maillardville: Indy Panchi (Conservatives), Jake Sawatsky (Liberal), Peter Julian (NDP), Tara Shushtarian (Greens). The candidates are listed in alphabetical order below.

Indy Panchi - Conservative Party of Canada

Incumbent: No

Indy Panchi has a deep connection to the people of New Westminster–Burnaby–Maillardville. He believes in the values that define this country: freedom, hard work, and community. Motivated by the rising cost of living, long health-care wait times, increasing crime, and the devastating impact of hard drugs, Indy is stepping up to be a strong voice for the community—fighting to ensure residents are heard and their concerns addressed.

Jake Sawatzky - Liberal Party of Canada

Website | Read our Q&A here

Incumbent: No

Jake Sawatzky is a UBC neuroscience graduate and Master’s student in counselling psychology at Trinity Western University, dedicated to mental health advocacy and community building. He has raised over $215,000 through charitable initiatives, including leading Drop The Puck for Mental Health and co-founding We Outside, a concert agency supporting BC musicians. Jacob is focused on creating healthier, more connected communities.

Lourence Singh - Independent

Read our Q&A here

Lourence Singh is running as an independent candidate after being removed from the Conservative slate.

Peter Julian - NDP

Website | Facebook | Instagram | Read our Q&A here

Incumbent: No

Peter Julian is the Member of Parliament for New Westminster—Burnaby and a lifelong resident of the community. Before entering politics, he worked in financial administration and led the Western Institute for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Since first being elected in 2004, he has held key roles including NDP House Leader and Finance Critic, and is known for his advocacy on disability rights, sustainable energy, and community engagement.

Tara Shushtarian - Green Party of Canada

Website | Facebook | Instagram | Read our Q&A here

Incumbent: No

Tara Shushtarian is a community advocate with a strong background in environmental and social justice. She serves on Burnaby’s Environmental Committee, co-chairs the West Coast Climate Action Network, and is active in initiatives supporting Indigenous rights, poverty reduction, and democratic reform.

All-candidates meetings

Find upcoming all-candidates meetings and townhalls here.

• New Westminster–Burnaby–Maillardville debate hosted by Queensborough Community Centre
  Date and Time: Wednesday, April 16, 7-9 pm
  Location: Queensborough Community Centre, 920 Ewen Ave., New Westminster

Results

We will post a link to our Burnaby results page here when it is live. You will be able to keep up to date on the local outcome in real-time after polls close at 7 p.m. on Monday, April 28. The page will also include who is winning in the Burnaby’s other ridings.

Vancouver Fraserview/South Burnaby  

The riding of Vancouver Fraserview–South Burnaby encompasses the southern portion of the City of Vancouver, including the Fraserview neighborhood, and extends into the southwestern part of Burnaby, covering areas south of Imperial Street and Kingsway. Established during the 2022 federal electoral redistribution, this riding combines parts of the former Vancouver South and Burnaby South ridings, bringing together these communities into a single electoral district for the first time.

You can see a PDF of the riding’s boundaries here.

You can find information on how to vote, who your candidates are, details on all-candidates meetings, and links to past stories below.

Candidates

So far, four candidates are running in Vancouver Fraserview-South Burnaby: Avi Nayyar (Conservatives), Desiderio Magtanggol Reyes (PPC), Gregor Robertson (Liberals), Manoj Bhangu (NDP). The candidates are listed in alphabetical order below.

Gregor Robertson - Liberal Party of Canada

Facebook | Instagram

Gregor Robertson is the former Mayor of Vancouver (2008–2018) and current Liberal candidate for Vancouver Fraserview–South Burnaby. A former MLA and co-founder of Happy Planet Foods, he is known for his leadership on urban sustainability and climate action.

Desiderio Magtanggol Reyes - People’s Party of Canada

Website | Read our Q&A here

Desiderio Magtanggol Reyes is committed to freedom, personal responsibility, respect, and fairness, and he’s standing up for his community and fighting to restore prosperity by putting power back in the hands of the people.

Manoj Bhangu - NDP

Website | Instagram | Read our Q&A here

Incumbent: No

Manoj Bhangu is a small-business owner, community advocate, and former Director on the Board of Black Top Cabs. He founded Young Driving School and made legal history in B.C. with a landmark human rights case recognizing caste discrimination. Deeply engaged in local events and initiatives, Manoj is dedicated to empowering the diverse community of Vancouver Fraserview–South Burnaby.

All-candidates meetings

Find upcoming all-candidates meetings and townhalls here.

• Debate hosted by South Vancouver Neighbourhood House
  Date and time: Wednesday, April 9, 7 - 9 p.m.
  Location: South Vancouver Neighbourhood House, 6470 Victoria Dr., Vancouver​

We will post a link to our Burnaby results page here when it is live. You will be able to keep up to date on the local outcome in real-time after polls close at 7 p.m. on Monday, April 28. The page will also include who is winning in the Burnaby’s other ridings.

The parties

There are four major parties fielding candidates in BC in the upcoming federal election: the Liberal Party of Canada, the Conservative Party of Canada, NDP, and the Green Party of Canada. There are also other smaller parties and independent candidates. You can find basic information about each party and their platform below.

Liberal Party of Canada (LPC)

Leader: Mark Carney

Website: liberal.ca

Social media: Facebook | Instagram | Bluesky | X

Platform: Not yet released

Seats before election call: 153/338

The Liberal Party of Canada is led by Mark Carney, whom party members chose to replace outgoing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in March. They governed with the support of the NDP. Carney is the former governor of the Bank of Canada and Bank of England, but has no political experience. Trudeau resigned in March after nine and a half years as Prime Minister. Previous Liberal prime ministers include Jean Chretien, and Paul Martin.

Conservative Party of Canada (CPC)

Leader: Pierre Poilievre

Website: conservative.ca

Social media: Facebook | Instagram | X

Platform: Not yet released

Seats before election call: 120/338

The Conservative Party of Canada has been led by Pierre Poilievre since 2022. Before the dissolution of Parliament it was the official opposition. Poilievre was first elected to Parliament in 2004 at the age of 25 and was a cabinet minister during Stephen Harper's final two years as Prime Minister. The Conservative Party of Canada was formally created in 2003, when the Progressive Conservative and the Canadian Alliance parties merged. It held power from 2006 to 2015, with Harper as Prime Minister. Erin O'Toole led the party during the 2021 election.

NDP

Leader: Jagmeet Singh

Website: ndp.ca

Social media: Facebook | Instagram | X

Platform: Not yet released

Seats before election call: 25/338

The New Democratic Party has been led by Jagmeet Singh. Before the dissolution of Parliament it held 25 seats and supported the Liberals through an agreement in which they pledged not to bring down the government in exchange for action on certain policies. Singh has led the NDP since 2017. He was previously a defence lawyer and a member of the Ontario Provincial Parliament. The NDP has never held power in Canada, although it was the official opposition from 2011 to 2015. Previous NDP leaders include Jack Layton and Tom Mulcair.

Green Party of Canada (GPC)

Leader: Elizabeth May and Jonathan Pedeneault

Website: greenparty.ca

Social media: Facebook | Instagram | Bluesky | X

Platform: Not yet released

Seats before election call: 2/338

The Green Party of Canada has two party leaders: Elizabeth May and Jonathan Pedneault. May has been a Member of Parliament since 2011. She previously led the party from 2006 to 2019 and returned to the leadership after the resignation of her successor, Annamie Paul. Pedneault joined her as co-leader in January. The party had two MPs before the election: May and Mike Morrice

Others

The Bloc Québécois is a federal party that only runs candidates in Québec and is broadly supportive of Québec independence. The party has been led by Yves-François Blanchet since 2019 and held 33 of 338 seats before the election was called. When no party has a Parliamentary majority, the Bloc has occasionally provided support to governing parties that promise either increased support for social services or decentralization of power within Canada.

The People’s Party of Canada is a relatively new party, formed by former Conservative Maxime Bernier in 2018. (Bernier was previously a cabinet minister in Stephen Harper's Conservative government before being ejected.) The party has never won a seat in Parliament, and last election held 5% of the popular vote.

Other registered political parties include the Animal Protection Party of Canada, the Canadian Future Party, the Centrist Party of Canada, the Christian Heritage Party of Canada, the Communist Part of Canada, the Libertarian Party of Canada, the Marijuana Party, the Marxist-Leninist Party of Canada, the Rhinoceros Party, and the United Party of Canada.

Candidates have also occasionally run as independents, although those bids are rarely successful during an election. There were four independent MPs in Parliament before the election call, three of whom were elected under the Liberal or Conservative banner before leaving the party part-way through their term.

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How to vote

If you are a Canadian citizen over the age of 18, you are eligible to vote in the upcoming federal election. All voters must prove their identity to vote, either by registering in advance or by bringing the appropriate ID to the polling station.

Election Day

General voting will take place on Monday, April 28 from 7am to 7pm across Canada.

Unlike the BC provincial election, you must vote in your assigned polling station. You can find your designated advanced polling station online here. Registered voters will also receive a voter information card in the mail, which will tell you where to vote. You do not need to register ahead of voting day, but if you are not registered, you will not receive an information card.

You will need to prove your identity in order to vote. The easiest way to prove your identity is to bring either your drivers license or your BC Care Card. You can also bring two other pieces of ID instead, like a bank statement and your voter information card, or a utility bill and a student ID card. A full list of acceptable ID is available online.

If you don’t have ID, you can still vote. You must declare your address in writing and have someone you know—and who is also assigned to your polling station—vouch for you. The voucher must be able to prove their identity and address.

By mail

Voting by mail is available to all voters in Canada—there are no special requirements to get a mail-in ballot. The ballots are issued with step-by-step instructions.

People can request a mail-in voting package online or by contacting any Elections Canada office before 6pm on April 22. (The deadline ensures there is enough time for the ballot to be mailed to you, and for you to return the ballot.)

Elections Canada must receive your mail-in vote no later than 7pm on Monday, April 28. Late votes will not be counted. You can return your package in the mail using the postage-paid return envelope, or drop it off at an Elections Canada office.

Once you apply to vote by mail, you cannot vote in person.

Advance voting

Advance voting will take place during the Easter weekend, from Friday, April 18 to Monday, April 21. Voting is open between 9am and 9pm each day.

Unlike the BC provincial election, you must vote in your assigned polling station. You can find your designated advanced polling station online here. Registered voters will also receive a voter information card in the mail by April 11, which will tell you where to vote.

You will need to prove your identity in order to vote. The easiest way to prove your identity is to bring either your drivers license or your BC Care Card. You can also bring two other pieces of ID instead, like a bank statement and your voter information card, or a utility bill and a student ID card. A full list of acceptable ID is available online.

If you don’t have ID, you can still vote. You must declare your address in writing and have someone you know—and who is also assigned to your polling station—vouch for you. The voucher must be able to prove their identity and address.

Special ballot voting

Elections Canada has several ways you can vote using a special ballot. Unlike a traditional ballot, voters must write in the first and last name of their chosen candidate on the ballot. You will need to make sure your candidate is running in your riding.

(You can find more details on what to expect with your special ballot here.)

Voters can visit any Elections Canada office before 6pm on Monday, April 22 to vote. You will need to bring ID to prove your identity. (A full list of acceptable ID is available online.)

You can find a list of Elections Canada offices in the Fraser Valley below. All offices are open Monday to Friday 9am to 9pm Monday to Friday, Saturday 9am to 6pm, and Sunday noon to 4pm.

Elections Canada offers other voting opportunities for people using the special ballot system, including campus voting days for students between Sunday, April 13 and Wednesday, April 16. Details on campus voting are available online. A full list of participating universities will be available by early April.

Canadian Armed Forces members can vote at the military polling station at their base or unit from Monday, April 14 to Saturday, April 19. Incarcerated voters can submit their ballot on Wednesday, April 16, at the place where they are serving their sentence.

People who are hospitalized during the election period will be able to vote from their acute care facility between Saturday, April 20 and Monday, April 22. Details on this process are available online.

How to register

Although it is not required, Elections Canada strongly suggests voters register for the election in advance. Registered voters will be mailed a voter information card with details on where and when to vote. People can register online, by phone, or in person at an Elections Canada office.

Registration closes on April 22 at 6pm. If you do not register before the deadline, you will not receive a voter information card in the mail. You will still be able to vote at your polling station by providing the appropriate ID.

If you have voted in a previous federal election, you are likely already registered. You can check if you are registered online.

Where to vote

Unlike the BC provincial election, you must submit your ballot in your designated polling station.

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