Jagmeet Singh conceded his Burnaby Central seat, announced his resignation, and reflected on political sacrifices as the NDP lost official party status.
April 29, 2025: Jagmeet Singh, the leader of Canada’s New Democratic Party (NDP) and a prominent pro-Khalistan figure, has conceded defeat in the federal elections, losing his seat in Burnaby Central and announcing his resignation.
Speaking at his campaign headquarters early Tuesday night, Singh thanked his supporters and family members while congratulating Liberal leader Mark Carney on his victory. Throughout his emotional concession speech, Singh choked back tears multiple times, reflecting on the sacrifices made during his political journey.
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“Thank you to everyone who poured their hearts into this campaign. You’re amazing,” Singh said. “I know this is a disappointing night for New Democrats. We had excellent candidates who lost tonight, and I’m so sorry they won’t get the chance to represent their communities.”
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Singh, who had held the Burnaby seat since 2019, finished third this election following a redistribution of the riding boundaries, changing it from Burnaby South to Burnaby Central.
Key Highlights:
- Loss of Seat and Party Status:
Singh’s NDP is projected to win just 7 seats, falling short of the 12 required to maintain official party status in the House of Commons. - Reflections on Sacrifice:
“Choosing a life in politics means accepting sacrifice,” Singh said, holding back tears. “But we do it because of the chance to change the country we love for the better.” - Gratitude to Family:
Singh credited his family for their unwavering support, stating, “You cannot do this work without great people and a great family behind you.”
The defeat marks a stunning fall for Singh and the NDP, once seen as key players in Canadian politics. His emotional farewell highlighted both the personal and political toll of a campaign season that ended in disappointment.
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