Stephanie Papik

Friends—I am disheartened to tell you that I will not be representing the Victoria-Beacon Hill @bcndp in the provincial election. While this is not the result we wanted, I am so deeply appreciative for this experience and for all of you. 1/

What the public seems offensive leaves it wide open to racism. How about aligning to anti racism and anti hate language towards BIPOC #yyj @SarahPottsH @BenIsitt @JeremyLoveday #racismIsOnTheRiseInBC

And I'm ever grateful to the Lekwungen people, the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations, on whose land I navigate my way through the world. Quyanak. Hychka. Thank you. From every part of my being. 11/11

And so my last thank you is to my ancestors, the people before me who preserved, shared, and celebrated their cultures—our culture. You made me who I am today. 10/

Friends—I am disheartened to tell you that I will not be representing the Victoria-Beacon Hill @bcndp in the provincial election. While this is not the result we wanted, I am so deeply appreciative for this experience and for all of you. 1/

"Our community and province will greatly benefit from having Steph in the role of MLA.” -Laila Peterson, Owner of Twig and Boat It is great to have so much support from the small business AND healthcare community! Thank you, Laila! #peopleforpapik #papikforvbh

"As a Clinical Nurse Specialist I'm encouraged that she will be championing expansion of mental health services, harm reduction & compassionate care. It is imperative that we meet people where they are at, & I know Stephanie's experience & foundational lens aligns with this. ...

“I would be absolutely thrilled to see Stephanie representing our community. As a small business owner, I have witnessed her impeccable track record of supporting grassroots, community-based businesses through her work with Knotty by Nature & Fibrations. ...

Thank you, Trish! The #bcndp only works because of activists like you! #peopleforpapik #papikforVBH

"I am delighted to support her as she seeks the nomination. Please join me in voting for Stephanie!” -Trish Richards, long-time NDP Member, living in Fernwood, Past Pres. of Vic-Swan Lake Constituency Assoc., Founding Member & Past Chair of the S. Island Regional Council (NDP)

“At this time when we so clearly must ensure that the chorus blends diverse voices, Stephanie brings a unique and valuable contribution. Not only is she deeply rooted in the culture of her lineage, but she also shares the fundamental democratic socialist values of the NDP. ...

Voting in the @bcndp VBH nomination race ends at 10pm tonight! Thank you to everyone who shared their stories, all those who got in touch, & the volunteers who took the time to connect w/members in the riding. We can build the province of our dreams; we just need to get to work.