https://www.biv.com/news/commentary/rob-shaw-bc-ndp-prepares-to-select-interim-leader-after-election-defeat-12944873

I know it is very very early but I thought it may be fun to throw some names around for the next leader of the BCNDP :)

My opinion:

1. Bowinn Ma

2. Gord Johns

3. Nathan Cullen

4. Tanille Johnston

(The above is not in any kind of order)

All of the above are extremely likeable, work horses, and most of all with climate/environmental and other focuses that could win back some of the disillusioned voters in the next cycle - Especially if the BC Conservatives destroy Old-Growth Forests and other natural wonders of the province that many of us are extremely worried about.

Similar to her father, Tony, who's first political office was as a school trustee in Huron County. Rachel ran on a platform advocating for increased funding, engaging with families and their needs, and listing to educators lived experiences.

Similar to Tony, she ran a minimal campaign, her website lists off all her campaign expenses and the amount of contributions. She spent a total of $523.94 during the campaign. She ran with a slate of five for the four Kitchener trustee seats up for grabs, and three of them have been elected.

Last night was a great night for the McQuails.

Last night, the people of Ashfield--Colborne--Wawanosh elected 5 councillors, including former NDP Leadership Candidate, Tony McQuail.

McQuail ran on a platform of three priorities: 1. returning to having council meetings in the evenings, 2. examining the value of returning to a ward system. 3. examining proposals for development and growth to ensure they support values of rural communities and enhance the ecological health of the lands and waters.

Notably, he chose to not have election signs during this election, and instead donated the savings of not having to buy signs to the United Way.

Here's an article that goes over his platform.

It's a great day to be a Tonyhead.

UPDATE: It has just occurred to me that Tony is not the only member of the McQuail family to win an election last night, his daughter, Rachel McQuail has been elected as a school trustee in the Waterloo Region District School Board.