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Abbotsford-Mission provincial by-election

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The Abbotsford-Mission provincial by-election in British Columbia has entered its active campaigning phase following the resignation of former MLA Reann Gasper. Five candidates have been confirmed to represent the BC NDP, the Conservative Party, the BC Green Party, CentreBC, and the Libertarian Party. ~~Following the close of nominations,~~ On September 9, candidates participated in a debate hosted by the Abbotsford Chamber of ~~Commerce on September 9.~~ Commerce. The discussion focused on provincial budgets, taxation, and affordability. During the event, Conservative candidate Kerry-Lynne Findlay criticized a proposed PST expansion scheduled for October 1, arguing it would negatively impact small businesses and seniors. In response, NDP candidate Pam Alexis defended the expansion as a necessary measure to fund services after the elimination of the carbon tax. The debate also included Stephen Fowler of the BC Green Party and Lakhwinder Jhaj of CentreBC. Tensions rose during the proceedings when Alexis suggested an opponent was attempting to ‘sow division within the community.’ Voting is scheduled for September 26, 2026, with advance polling occurring between September 18 and September 23.

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