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Stephen DooleyBC NDP

Candidate for Surrey-Cloverdale

In their own words

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Where they stand

Every candidate in this race is shown against the same 12 issues, in the same order, whether or not we’ve found something for each one. Why we do it this way.

Healthcare

Will there be a doctor, a hospital, and care when we need it?

Dooley is running to recruit healthcare workers, build homes and protect B.C. jobs, with a government that listens to families.

  • Recruit more healthcare workers for Surrey-Cloverdale
  • Build homes and stand up for B.C. jobs
  • Government that listens to families
Show their words & source (a few sentences)
“For more than 30 years, I’ve worked with people across Surrey to turn community priorities into action. I’m running because families need opportunity, strong public services and a government that listens. I’m proud to join a BC NDP team focused on recruiting healthcare workers, building homes and standing up for B.C. jobs.”

Source: BC NDP welcomes more candidates committed to protecting the province — BC NDP

Confidence:High

Housing

Will I be able to afford to live here?

Dooley is running to build homes, recruit healthcare workers and stand up for B.C. jobs with a government that listens.

  • Build more homes as a core campaign priority
  • Turn Surrey community priorities into action
  • A government that listens to families
Show their words & source (a few sentences)
“For more than 30 years, I’ve worked with people across Surrey to turn community priorities into action. I’m running because families need opportunity, strong public services and a government that listens. I’m proud to join a BC NDP team focused on recruiting healthcare workers, building homes and standing up for B.C. jobs.”

Source: BC NDP welcomes more candidates committed to protecting the province — BC NDP

Confidence:High

Cost of living

Can I afford groceries, hydro and insurance?

NDP freezing ICBC rates another 3 years; warns Conservative changes could raise family costs.

  • BC NDP would freeze ICBC rates for another three years
  • Contrasts with Conservatives considering changes he says would raise costs
Show their words & source (a few sentences)
“The choice is clear: affordable public auto insurance or a return to higher costs and private profits. The BC NDP is freezing ICBC rates for another three years, while the Conservatives are considering changes that could drive up costs for BC families. Let's keep insurance affordable for everyone.”

Source: Stephen Dooley Instagram post (ICBC rates) · October 20, 2026

Confidence:High

Economy & jobs

Will BC's economy create good jobs where I live?

Dooley is running to stand up for B.C. jobs, recruit healthcare workers and build homes with a government that listens.

  • Stand up for B.C. jobs
  • Give families opportunity through strong public services
  • A government that listens
Show their words & source (a few sentences)
“For more than 30 years, I’ve worked with people across Surrey to turn community priorities into action. I’m running because families need opportunity, strong public services and a government that listens. I’m proud to join a BC NDP team focused on recruiting healthcare workers, building homes and standing up for B.C. jobs.”

Source: BC NDP welcomes more candidates committed to protecting the province — BC NDP

Confidence:High

Education

Will my kids' schools be properly funded?

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Environment & climate

Is the province protecting forests, water and climate?

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Public safety

Will repeat offenders stay off my street?

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Transportation

Will the highways, ferries and transit keep up?

Backs transit and infrastructure investment to keep Surrey's growing population connected.

  • Says Surrey's growth requires investments in transportation
  • Focus on improving transit and building infrastructure
Show their words & source (a few sentences)
“Surrey is the fastest-growing city in the province, and that growth requires investments in transportation. We're focused on improving transit and building the infrastructure needed to keep people connected and our city moving.”

Source: Stephen Dooley Instagram post (transit investment) · October 20, 2026

Confidence:High

Mental health & addictions

How will the province handle the toxic-drug crisis?

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Seniors & long-term care

Can seniors age with dignity in BC?

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Indigenous relations

How will the province work with Indigenous peoples?

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

Government & taxes

Is the province spending my money wisely?

Not reviewed yet. Know something?

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