As we do in every election cycle, we have asked the candidates running in all three North Shore ridings a series of key questions about how their parties would govern and what impact they could have on the community.
Their responses are posted below, in alphabetical order by candidate’s surname.
New Democratic Party of Canada
Name: Tammy Bentz
Age: 58
Do you live in the riding?
I am grateful to live, work, play, and have raised my son on the unceded territories of the Coast Salish peoples (North Vancouver Capilano riding) for over 22 years.
Tell us who you are outside of politics:
I’m a social justice seeker & love the Arts. I continue to work as a writer, director, producer, performer, & Script Supervisor. Communication & collaboration (problem solving/linking people together) make me happy. Canadian stories & culture are my passion.
How would your government cut Canada’s carbon emissions in the next term?
Free & easy to access home energy retrofits & clean power; eliminate handouts to Big Oil; make big polluters pay; stop big banks greenwashing; create thousands of good paying jobs by investing in clean energy, energy efficient affordable homes & transportation.
How would your government make housing more affordable in the next term?
In the next 5yrs, NDP will build more homes that people can afford faster; help 1st time homebuyers; ban investment firms from buying up properties; use public land to build affordable housing; stop renovictions & lower rent; help those w greatest housing need.
How would your government protect Canada’s economy in Trump’s trade war?
The NDP doesn’t buckle to bullies & we’ll do what we always do: standup for workers & small business. Invest in a build Canadian/buy Canadian strategy; reciprocal tariffs; $10,000 rebate on Canadian made hybrid cars; EI reforms/protections; Victory Bonds.
How would your government advance Truth and Reconciliation with First Nations?
The NDP will continue to push for the implementation of Truth & Reconciliations’s calls to action & justice; negotiate with First Nations leaders across Canada to ensure settlements respect First Nations kids; work with Nations to lift boil-water advisories.
Websites and social media accounts:
https://tammybentz.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/tammybentzndp/ https://bsky.app/profile/tammybentz.bsky.social
Conservative Party of Canada
Name: Stephen Curran
Age: 49
Do you live in the riding?
Yes. Since 2014 (11 years).
Tell us who you are outside of politics:
First and foremost, I am father to my two young children, and husband to my wife. Professionally, I spent 20 years as a lawyer, specializing in infrastructure and business law. I am an avid swimmer and love taking my dog, Tuxedo, for walks on local trails.
How would your government cut Canada’s carbon emissions in the next term?
Climate change is a global issue. We will help reduce global emissions by exporting LNG to trading partners to get them off of coal. At home, we will support Canada’s cleantech sector in becoming a global leader in innovation, by cutting taxes and red tape.
How would your government make housing more affordable in the next term?
No GST on new homes up to $1.3 million, to save people $65,000. Tie federal infrastructure funds to housing construction. Penalize gatekeepers who get in the way of construction. Incentivize local governments to reduce imposed costs on home construction.
How would your government protect Canada’s economy in Trump’s trade war?
Apply targeted reciprocal tariffs to stand up to Trump. Provide temporary loans for affected businesses to keep jobs. Set non-negotiables like sovereignty, laws, and culture. Unleash energy, attract investment with lower taxes, and protect seniors.
How would your government advance Truth and Reconciliation with First Nations?
Conservatives will fight for real economic reconciliation. Support an optional First Nations Resource Charge to enable First Nations to take back control of their resources.
Websites and social media accounts:
www.stephencurran.ca https://www.instagram.com/stephen.p.e.curran/ https://x.com/specurran
Green Party of Canada
Name: Andrew Robinson
Age: 55
Do you live in the riding?
I have lived in the Grand Boulevard area of North Vancouver since 2009.
Tell us who you are outside of politics:
A married father to 2 teenagers and an outdoor enthusiast. I enjoy hiking, canoeing, skiing and camping. A small business owner, I have 25 years working in sustainability with the natural resources sector, film/TV industry, the United Nations, and government.
How would your government cut Canada’s carbon emissions in the next term?
Our government would stop giving taxpayers’ money to oil and gas companies and invest it in clean energy instead - such as hydrogen right here in North Vancouver. We will make big companies prove they have real plans to deal with climate risks.
How would your government make housing more affordable in the next term?
We’ll build homes that people can actually afford in the biggest public housing construction program since the ‘70s. We’ll create local jobs in construction, use Canadian materials, and close loopholes so criminals can’t use real estate to hide money.
How would your government protect Canada’s economy in Trump’s trade war?
Canadian independence is paramount! We’ll create Strategic Reserves of critical resources. We’ll put Canadians back in control of natural wealth to benefit our communities instead of foreign corporations. Stop shipping our raw resources out of the country!
How would your government advance Truth and Reconciliation with First Nations?
Greens believe in reconciliACTION. We will (1) act on every TRC Call to Action & every MMIWG Inquiry Call for Justice, (2) support an Indigenous-led end to the Indian Act, (3) implement UNDRIP, and (4) make sure Indigenous voices help shape national decisions.
Websites and social media accounts:
www.andrewrobinson2025.ca https://www.instagram.com/andrewrobinsongreen1/ https://bsky.app/profile/arobinsongreen.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewprobinson/
Liberal Party of Canada (Incumbent)
Name: Jonathan Wilkinson
Age: 59
Do you live in the riding?
Yes. 27 years.
Tell us who you are outside of politics:
A husband, father, son and friend. A lover of the wilderness and nature and being outdoors. Curious. Collaborative. A deep listener and a passionate Canadian.
How would your government cut Canada’s carbon emissions in the next term?
Making big polluters pay through industrial carbon pricing; helping families save with energy-efficient upgrades; continuing to invest in greener electricity grids, renewables, hydro and nuclear energy, incentives for efficient buildings and EV’s.
How would your government make housing more affordable in the next term?
Freeing public lands for affordable housing; scrapping GST on rental investments; creating an affordable housing agency; $10B in low-cost financing; $25B for prefab builders; and no GST for first-time buyers on homes under $1M.
How would your government protect Canada’s economy in Trump’s trade war?
Strategic and forceful countermeasures: tariff revenues to support workers & industries; $2B for the auto sector; $5B trade diversification fund for economic resilience; tax/GST deferrals for businesses; and temporary removal of the 1-week EI waiting period.
How would your government advance Truth and Reconciliation with First Nations?
Implement federal T&R calls to action—over 85% of 76 are completed or underway. Support economic reconciliation through ownership in resource, energy, and infrastructure projects, e.g., doubling the Indigenous Loan Guarantee Program to $10B.
Websites and social media accounts:
https://www.jonathanwilkinson.ca/ https://x.com/JonathanWNV https://www.instagram.com/jonathanwnv/?hl=en
