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NDP Leadership Race: Final Debate Before March Election

2/20/2026

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Five candidates are vying for the NDP leadership in New Westminster, B.C.; the final debate tonight at 8 p.m. ET.
The candidates are Heather McPherson (NDP leadership candidate), Avi Lewis, Rob Ashton, Tanille Johnston, and Tony McQuail.
The debate will cover economy, foreign affairs, environment, health care, and public services.
Don Davies has led since May, and an NDP leader will be elected in Winnipeg on March 29.

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Five candidates are vying for the NDP leadership in New Westminster, B.C.; the final debate tonight at 8 p.m. ET.
The candidates are Heather McPherson (NDP leadership candidate), Avi Lewis, Rob Ashton, Tanille Johnston, and Tony McQuail.
The debate will cover economy, foreign affairs, environment, health care, and public services.
Don Davies has led since May, and an NDP leader will be elected in Winnipeg on March 29.