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MLA Garry Begg new BC NDP Caucus Chair
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“Garry Begg brings with him a lifetime of experience serving the people of British Columbia. (Photo: X Garry Begg)
Garry Begg, MLA for Surrey-Guildford, has been selected as the new chair of the BC NDP caucus. Begg was first elected MLA in 2017, and re-elected in 2020 and 2024. Before entering politics, he served as an RCMP officer for more than 38 years.
Premier David Eby said:
“Garry Begg brings with him a lifetime of experience serving the people of British Columbia. Garry will be a great caucus chair, keeping us focused on the needs of the people across the province who sent us here to get results on their behalf. I want to thank Stephanie Higginson for her diligent work, guiding us through the last tumultuous year.”
New caucus chair Begg said:
"I look forward to taking on this new role supporting our BC New Democrat caucus. As a team, we are united by a shared commitment to building a brighter future for everyone in the province."
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