Our Volunteers & Leaders
Meet the dedicated individuals who make our movement strong. Our volunteers come from all walks of life, united by a shared vision for a better Kamloops.
Thomas B. Friedman
EDA Executive Member
Thomas serves on the board of the Kamloops Film Society and has spent years working at Thompson Rivers University. He brings his passion for arts and education to building a stronger NDP presence in the Kamloops region.
Michael Crawford
Campaign Volunteer
Michael is a former Thompson Rivers University staff member and is actively involved with the BC College of Social Workers. He brings his social work background and commitment to community welfare to his volunteer work with the NDP.
Bill Sundhu
Community Organizer
Bill is a lawyer with over three decades of experience in human rights advocacy. He has dedicated his career to fighting for justice and equality, and brings that same passion to the NDP's work in the Kamloops region.
Lois Rugg
CUPE Local President
Lois serves as the local CUPE president, advocating for workers' rights and fair labour practices. She brings her union leadership experience and dedication to working families to the NDP movement.
Tushar Jain
Communications Volunteer
Tushar is a Chartered Professional Accountant passionate about housing affordability and youth issues. He volunteers with the NDP to help address the cost of living crisis and ensure young people have a voice in our community.
Anna Thomas
Campaign Volunteer
Anna brings valuable Indigenous experience and perspective to the NDP. She is dedicated to reconciliation, environmental sustainability, and ensuring Indigenous voices are heard in our political process.
Miguel Godau
Federal Candidate
Miguel is the federal NDP candidate for Kamloops—Thompson—Nicola. He is fighting for pharmacare, dental care, and a fair economy that works for everyone.
Levi Escobar
Youth Organizer
Levi is a young organizer bringing energy and new perspectives to the NDP. He focuses on youth engagement and ensuring young voices are heard in our political process.
Reese Miyamoto Mansfield
Community Organizer
Reese is passionate about social justice and community building. They volunteer with the NDP to help create a more inclusive and equitable society for all.
Rick Turner
EDA President & BC Health Coalition Co-chair
Rick Turner serves as President of the Kamloops-North Thompson NDP EDA and Co-chair of the BC Health Coalition. He is a dedicated advocate for public healthcare and strong community representation.