Richmond East-Steveston, BC – Virtual Debate
As the federal election campaign intensifies, Parm Bains, Zach Segal, Steven Ji, and Keefer Pelech are set to face off in a live virtual debate for the Richmond East-Steveston riding in British Columbia. This debate is hosted by B’nai Brith Canada — and you’re invited to watch it in real-time.
These candidates want your vote, but first, they need to answer the tough questions. What’s their vision for our riding? How will they lead on national issues? And where do they stand when it comes to rising antisemitism?
The debate takes place on Thursday, April 24 at 7:00 PM PT. It’s online and free to attend, but space is limited, so reserve your spot now.
Register here
About the Candidates
Parm Bains: Born in Victoria, Parm Bains’ family moved to Richmond when he was a year old. During his service as the Member of Parliament for Steveston-Richmond East (2021-2025), Parm Bains was a member of the committee for Government, Operations, and Oversight, as well as the committee for Access to Information, Privacy, and Ethics. Having also served as a Public and Media Relations Officer within the Government of British Columbia in the past and later as a university lecturer, Parm amassed over 20 years of experience in corporate communications, including public and stakeholder engagement, public policy development, and government and media relations.
Zach Segal: Zach Segal was raised in Steveston, Richmond, and his family has been in Richmond and the Lower Mainland for four generations and nearly 120 years. Zach has a track record of fighting hard for lower taxes and safer streets in Richmond. Zach worked for the previous Conservative government in Ottawa in national defence, transportation, and the implementation of fiscal conservatism to grow our middle class and increase prosperity. He has worked in affordable housing, giving him unique insight into one of the most important issues facing this city. He now works in commercial real estate.
Steven Ji: Steven Ji grew up in Vancouver and has experienced the tremendous change that has swept through Vancouver and the rest of Canada. Canada has led the way in many aspects of progress; the nation has reshaped the cities, and has become a beacon in the world symbolizing prosperity and equality. Steven has worked in many parts of the world, and it has only solidified his opinion of how special Canada is as a country. We are currently faced with global challenges that threaten to increase the cost of living, and we must stay united to face these challenges as a country.
Keefer Pelech: Keefer Pelech was born and raised in Richmond where he graduated from Grauer Elementary and Hugh Boyd Secondary. He has dedicated the last 7 years to serving British Columbians while working for the BC Provincial Government. Keefer has advised leaders in their response to crises like the COVID pandemic and in expanding Mental Health and Addiction care in BC, while helping people navigate government services and advocate for positive change in their communities. Keefer is running to be the Member of Parliament for Richmond East – Steveston because he believes that governments should serve all people – not just the wealthy and well connected.
