ABC taps police union head, tech leader as candidates for Vancouver byelection – BC [Video]

The final piece of the puzzle in Vancouver’s upcoming municipal byeleciton fell into place Friday, as ABC Vancouver named its two candidates for the contest.

Mayor Ken Sim’s party, which already holds a strong majority on council, announced Vancouver Police Union president Ralph Kaisers and tech startup leader Jamie Stein as their candidates for the two open seats.

“Ralph has dedicated his career to serving the residents of Vancouver … he has seen first hand what it takes to make our city a safer place to be,” Sim said.

“(Jamie) knows what it takes to have businesses and communities thrive and he is known as a person who gets things done.”

Stein was running as BC United’s candidate for Vancouver-Langara in the 2024 provincial election, before the party imploded in August.

“It’s an honour to join others who share my commitment to creating a safer and more prosperous future for …