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Election 2025: Everything You Need to Know
Burnaby Breakdown: Candidates, Ridings, and How to Vote
Ziyana Vasaya
March 26, 2025
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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
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
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
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
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.
To come
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.
Are we missing something? Send us an email.
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
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
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 Charrios, NDP
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
Incumbent: No
No details yet.
Terry Beech - Liberal Party of Canada
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.
To come
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.
Are we missing something? Send us an email.
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: Jonathan Sheardown (PPC), Lourence Singh (Conservatives), Peter Julian (NDP), Tara Shushtarian (Greens). The candidates are listed in alphabetical order below.
Jonathan Sherdown - People’s Party of Canada
Incumbent: No
Jonathan Sheardown brings a strong belief in the values of freedom, personal responsibility, respect, and fairness. Jonathan is passionate about restoring prosperity and ensuring that the voices of everyday Canadians are heard.
Lourence Singh - Conservative Party of Canada
Incumbent: No
Lourence Singh, born in Hong Kong and raised in BC, is a Simon Fraser University business graduate with experience in real estate, consulting, and fintech. After working internationally in Hong Kong and Toronto, he returned to Greater Vancouver in 2023 to continue his real estate career and join his family’s business. Passionate about civic engagement, Lourence is focused on inspiring young Canadians to get involved in politics.
Peter Julian - NDP
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
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.
To come
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.
Are we missing something? Send us an email.
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
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.
Manoj Bhangu - NDP
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.
To come
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.
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
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
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
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
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.
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.