 "Don Davies named interim NDP leader as pro-Khalistan Jagmeet Singh exits after Canada election rout")
Canadian politician Jagmeet Singh was on Monday evening officially replaced as leader of the New Democratic Party (NDP) with Vancouver-area MP Don Davies appointed as the party’s interim leader.
The announcement came nearly a week after former NDP leader Singh, known for his pro-Khalistan stance, resigned following the party’s historic electoral collapse.
Reduced to just seven seats in the House of Commons, the NDP lost its official party status —its worst performance to date. Singh also lost his own seat in the Burnaby Central riding during the April 28 election.
In a statement, the party confirmed that the decision was made by the NDP’s Federal Council.
“While the recent election results were not what we hoped for, our commitment to building a better Canada has never been stronger,” the Times of India quoted party president Mary Shortall as saying in a statement.
“With a renewed sense of purpose, we will hold the government to account and keep fighting for the issues we heard about on doorsteps across the country,” she added.
The NDP also issued a statement recognizing Singh’s contributions, noting that he led with “courage, compassion, and a clear commitment to improving life for working people.”
Who is Don Davies?
Don Davies, a veteran Member of Parliament, has long been a key figure within the NDP and Canada’s broader political landscape. As the party’s health critic, he played a leading role in advancing major health initiatives, including proposals for dental care and pharmacare.
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More ShortsThroughout his tenure, Davies introduced several notable private members’ bills focused on social welfare, such as universal pharmacare, national school nutrition programs, and free tuition for students with diverse needs.
Born in Edmonton, Alberta, he holds a Bachelor of Arts in political science and a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Alberta, and was called to the Alberta Bar.
His political journey began as a researcher at the Alberta Legislature and later as executive assistant for policy and communications to Ray Martin, then the leader of the official opposition in Alberta.
Davies is actively engaged in several community organisations, including Tools for Peace, Vancouver Co-op Radio, and the La Quena Cooperative.
Outside of politics, he enjoys playing hockey and the violin. A longtime resident of the Kensington neighbourhood in Vancouver Kingsway, he lives with his wife, Sheryl Palm, a speech-language pathologist. They have three children and a granddaughter.
As interim leader, Davies now takes the helm of the NDP at a pivotal time, tasked with helping the party rebuild and regain its footing in the House of Commons.
With inputs from agencies
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