2024 is a provincial election year with polls could be as early as this spring and rising new right-of-centre BC Conservatives are busy nominating candidates province-wide. The party has chosen Dupinder Kaur Saran, also known as Dupinder Jaswal, to run against NDP veteran MLA Jinny Sims but it remains to be seen if she has any chance of unseating the power house Sims.

By DESIBUZZCanada Staff

SURREY – 2024 is a provincial election year with polls could be as early as this spring and rising new right-of-centre BC Conservatives are busy nominating candidates province-wide.

The party has chosen Dupinder Kaur Saran, also known as Dupinder Jaswal, to run against NDP veteran MLA Jinny Sims but it remains to be seen if she has any chance of unseating the power house Sims.

Saran, who is a Registered Nurse (RN, BSN, LNC) with 26 years of diverse nursing experience, says her professional journey has taken her through different Health Authorities in BC, including the Provincial Health Services Authority and the BC Emergency Health Services. 

Currently serving in the Primary Care Division under the Ministry of Health, Saran has demonstrated expertise ranging from newborn to geriatric care, clinical resource management, mental health, and specialized focus in dementia and Alzheimer’s care. In 2018, she founded and served as CEO of Nurse On the Go Home and Healthcare Services, showcasing her entrepreneurial spirit in the healthcare sector.

Saran describes her family as having been an integral part of Surrey since the 1960s. Raised in Surrey, she considers herself part of the identity of the city. As a resident of Panorama Ridge for 17 years, Saran has witnessed the growth and development of the city since her childhood. Her deep connection with the community allows her to understand grassroots concerns, making her a candidate with a genuine understanding of local issues.

A supporter of the Conservative Party, Saran says her dedication to community service transcends into her political engagement. Having run for School Trustee positions in both the 2018 and 2022 Municipal Elections, she says she is now ready to extend her passion further by running as an MLA candidate for Surrey-Panorama. With a strong foundation in healthcare, a deep understanding of community dynamics, and a track record of advocacy, Saran says she is poised to bring a unique and impactful perspective to the political landscape in Surrey-Panorama.