Federal NDP Kicks Off Search for New Leader

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh leaves the stage with his wife Gurkiran Kaur after announcing his resignation during his election-night speech in Burnaby, B.C., on April 28, 2025. The Canadian Press/Darryl Dyck

The federal NDP has officially launched the race to select its next leader.

“This leadership race is an exciting opportunity for our members and for people across the country who share progressive values,” party president Mary Shortall said in a Sept. 2 release. “I know our members are eager to take part in a contest that is democratic, inclusive, and inspiring for the entire movement.”