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Federal NDP Launches Leadership Race as Party Eyes British Columbia for Renewal

Interim leader Don Davies takes charge, with focus on rebuilding working-class support and countering U.S. tariffs under Trump.

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Former NDP leader Jagmeet Singh is seen on the campaign trail in Ottawa on March 29. The recent federal election saw the NDP's parliamentary ranks drop to seven from the 25 seats won in 2021, and its popular vote collapse by 59 per cent.

Overview

  • The federal NDP suffered its worst electoral defeat in 2025, dropping from 25 to 7 seats and losing 59% of its popular vote share.
  • British Columbia, home to three of the party's seven MPs and governed by NDP Premier David Eby, is seen as critical to the party's rebuilding strategy.
  • Party insiders stress the need for a 'working-class reset' to reclaim traditional labour voters, many of whom have shifted to the Conservatives.
  • Former Alberta premier Rachel Notley and Alberta MP Heather McPherson are named as potential candidates to lead the party's renewal efforts.
  • U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs and policies are identified as key challenges shaping the party's future strategy and leadership priorities.