Formed in the fall of 2017, New Westminster Progressive Electors Coalition (NWP) is a citizen-based not-for-profit society committed to representing the interests of all New Westminster residents.
In late 2018 the NWP formally applied with Elections BC and was approved as an elector organization.
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We actively encourage all residents of New Westminster to volunteer, contribute, become a member or apply to become a candidate with the NWP – regardless of their provincial or federal political affiliations. NWP candidates are not required to be a member of any provincial or federal political party to run with our elector organization.
Progress for New West means our NWP team:
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Supports provincial legislation which bans financial and in-kind union or corporate donations
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Will be a diverse non-partisan team of candidates from across the city who are committed to developing positive and progressive ideas and policies.
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Encourages a community wide conversation regarding putting the needs of local residents ahead of special interest groups.
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Commits to ensuring a variety of opinions and viewpoints are always welcomed at city hall and the school board.
Non-Partisan New Westminster Progressives Launch On-Line Policy Survey:
Residents Invited to Have Their Say on Municipal Platform Priorities
January 5, 2026 - The New Westminster Progressives (NWP) today launched the 2026 municipal election campaign by inviting residents to shape the non-partisan association’s 2026 policy platform. In addition to hosting neighbourhood meetings across the city, the NWP has launched an on-line digital survey at www.nwprogress.ca to provide taxpayers with another opportunity to provide their perspectives on the issues that matter most to them.
“Too many New Westminster residents feel like they are being shut out of City Hall and that consultation is just a checkbox,” said NWP Mayoral Candidate and New Westminster City Councillor Daniel Fontaine. “With the current party controlling City Council, decisions are made by a select few who are serving political masters in Victoria. Voters want to be respected and the NWP is here to listen.”
The NW City Matters on-line survey questions include:
• What are 1-2 changes you believe would most improve quality of life in your neighbourhood?
• What New Westminster city-wide issues matter most to you?
• What are the 1-2 things New Westminster must do to plan for long-term growth?
“We are inviting residents in neighbourhoods across the city to have their voice heard in a variety of ways,” said NWP City Council Candidate Maryann Morrison. “The NWP is preparing our 2026 municipal election platform and we need feedback. Which New Westminster issues are most important to you? We hope local voters will take 90 seconds to complete the survey because their suggestions will shape our plan.”
The NWP launched NW City Matters in November, with neighbourhood meetings in the West End and Massey Heights. The next round of local listening events will be announced next week.
New West Progressives Volunteer Interest Survey
Be the Change: Volunteer for Our City’s Future
With the next municipal election starting in less than 10 months, work has started to ensure New Westminster voters have an opportunity to bring positive, non-partisan leadership and respect for taxpayers back to City Hall.
We appreciate your previous commitment to volunteer and hope you will take a moment to complete the survey below and tell us how you would like to participate in this exciting grassroots campaign for change.
With your feedback, you will be invited to a special NWP volunteer appreciation event in January with our Mayoral and Council candidates. This will be a chance to thank you in person and to launch the next phase of the campaign together.
While we know we are underdogs, our NWP team is ready to lead with your help.
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