The NOW sent questionnaires out to candidates running in Burnaby Central, Burnaby North-Seymour and Vancouver Fraserview-South Burnaby.
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Burnaby North-Seymour candidate Jesse Fulton, PPC
Question: What made you decide to run for federal government?
Answer: I decided to run because I believe Canada is at a crossroads. The PPC’s commitment to individual liberty, fiscal responsibility, and rejecting overreaching government policies resonates with me. I’m frustrated by the erosion of free speech, skyrocketing costs of living, and foreign policy that puts Canadians last. I want to fight for a government that respects taxpayers, protects our sovereignty, and prioritizes practical solutions over ideology. Burnaby deserves a voice that stands for these principles.
Question: Do you live in the riding you are running in?
Answer: Yes, I live in Burnaby. I’m deeply connected to this community, understand its challenges like high housing costs and economic pressures, and am committed to representing the people here with integrity.
Question: What is your occupation outside of federal politics?
Answer: I’m currently a truck driver with over a decade experience as a tow truck operator. My work has shown me the real world impacts of government overregulation and economic mismanagement, fuelling my drive to advocate for policies that support hardworking Canadians and reduce bureaucratic burdens.
Question: What do you think are the biggest concerns that British Columbians are facing that can be addressed by the federal government?
Answer: British Columbians face skyrocketing housing costs, economic uncertainty from U.S. tariffs, and threats to free speech from laws like the Online Harms Act. The federal government must address housing by reducing red tape and encouraging market-driven supply, protect jobs by negotiating fair trade deals, and repeal censorship laws to preserve open discourse. The PPC would also tackle inflation by cutting wasteful spending and lowering taxes, easing the financial strain on families.
Question: Burnaby has some of the highest rent and housing prices in Canada. What would you do to help control prices?
Answer: The PPC would address Burnaby’s housing crisis by promoting market-driven solutions. We’d reduce federal regulations and taxes that inflate construction costs, streamline permitting processes, and encourage private investment in housing, including co-op models. By cutting government spending and lowering taxes, we’d increase disposable income, helping residents afford rent or mortgages. I’ve seen the value of co-ops firsthand and believe expanding these options can provide dignified, affordable housing until market prices stabilize.
Question: With the ongoing tariff concerns, what would you and your government do to protect Canadian jobs and ease the financial burden on consumers?
Answer: The PPC would protect Canadian jobs by aggressively negotiating with the U.S. to secure exemptions or reductions in tariffs, leveraging Canada’s critical role in energy and auto supply chains. We’d cut federal taxes and eliminate carbon taxes to reduce consumer costs, offsetting tariff-driven price hikes. By reducing government spending and regulations, we’d foster a resilient economy that supports businesses and workers. Our focus is on sovereignty and economic independence to shield Canadians from foreign trade disruptions.
Question: 7. The NOW will be closing no later than April 21. How will you and your party work to strengthen or change the Online News Act to ensure Canadians in communities of all sizes continue to have access to independent, trustworthy local information?
Answer: The PPC opposes the Online News Act, as it distorts the media market and undermines independent journalism. We’d repeal it to level the playing field, allowing local outlets like the NOW to compete without government interference. To support trustworthy information, we’d promote a free market for news, encouraging innovation and community-driven platforms. Canadians deserve diverse, uncensored voices, not state-subsidized media. We’d also protect free speech by scrapping laws like the Online Harms Act that threaten open discourse.
Question: Many Canadians are deeply concerned about the ongoing threats of annexation and tariffs from U.S. President Donald Trump. How would you and your party deal with this situation?
Answer: The PPC views Trump’s annexation rhetoric as provocative but not a credible threat, likely aimed at pressuring Canada in trade talks. We’d respond with strong diplomacy, emphasizing Canada’s sovereignty and economic importance as a U.S. ally. To counter tariffs, we’d negotiate reciprocal trade agreements that protect Canadian industries, particularly in Burnaby’s manufacturing and tech sectors. Domestically, we’d cut taxes and regulations to boost economic resilience, ensuring Canadians aren’t burdened by trade disputes. Our focus is on standing firm while fostering cooperation, not confrontation.
Editor's note: The NOW sent this questionnaire to all candidates in all of Burnaby's four ridings. Candidates were given an April 9 submission deadline.
