Former B.C. minister says he’s focused on family, but leaves door open to politics

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He says Port Coquitlam Mayor Brad West could be another “strong voice” to lead the provincial NDP.

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The New Democrats have named former labour minister Jennifer Whiteside as their interim leader, and Kahlon says she will do a “fantastic” job.

Kahlon, who was first elected in 2017, says he doesn’t know what his future will look like beyond his immediate focus on his family, but he has told former caucus colleagues that he is around to help.

“There’s a lot of talent,” he told The Canadian Press.

“If I will be involved or not — and at what scope that is — I can’t predict that at this stage.

“Too much happening, too fresh; we’ll have to see.”

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 30, 2026.

Wolfgang Depner, The Canadian Press