About the Nanaimo-Ladysmith EDA

The EDA is comprised of members of the federal wing of the New Democratic Party of Canada. It is governed, under the The Constitution & Bylaws of the Nanaimo-Ladysmith New Democratic Party Electoral District Association and, on a day to day basis, is run by an Executive made up of volunteers. These volunteers stand for election annually at the EDA’s Annual General Meeting.

If you are interested in joining the Nanaimo-Ladysmith EDA executive first you must become a member of the Federal NDP and then click here to submit an expression of interest.

What We Do

The EDA’s main job is to bring Party members together to support the Federal NDP’s goals. This means raising funds to keep the EDA running smoothly and to power election campaigns. It’s also about connecting with members and local activists to highlight community concerns and bring them to the Federal Party through Federal Council and Conventions.

Get Involved

As NDP members, progressives, and community activists we believe together, we can build a stronger, more inclusive community and work toward the Canada we all believe in. It’s a vision rooted in compassion, fairness, and the belief that together, we can create a better future for all Canadians. We would love to meet you and encourage you to sign up to volunteer.

The Roles of the Executive

 President

  • Providing leadership and enthusiasm for the Association;

  • Presiding at general meetings of the Association, and presenting an annual report on behalf of the Executive;

  • Convening and presiding at meetings of the Executive;

  • Working with the Executive in establishing and meeting annual goals of the Association;

  • Liaising with other local NDP association presidents to develop mutual goals, joint events, and improved public relations; and

  • Liaising with the federal office in garnering support for the Association, including visits by MPs.

Vice-President

  • Providing leadership and enthusiasm for the Association;

  • Supporting the President in their duties; and

  • In the President’s absence, convening and presiding at meetings of the Executive.

Secretary

  • Recording and distributing the minutes of meetings of the Association and the Executive;

  • Receiving correspondence for the Association and bringing it to the attention of the Executive; and

  • Providing notice of General Meetings to the membership.

  • Maintaining the Association's membership records;

  • Developing strategy for and organizing membership drives;

  • Exchanging membership reports with the federal and provincial offices of the Party, according to agreements between the New Democratic Party of Canada and the British Columbia New Democratic Party;

  • Ensuring that an accurate membership list is available for registration at General Meetings of the Association; and

  • Preparing an annual membership report for presentation at the Annual General Meeting.

Financial Agent

  • Maintaining adequate records of all expenditures and revenues of the Association; 

  • That the financial auditor is accredited according to the rules of provincial law,

  • Filing financial reports to the Association’s auditor and Elections Canada in accordance with the Canada Elections Act;

  • That Association finances are properly reported to Elections Canada within the specified time limits.

  • That receipts are issued to contributors for all amounts in excess of $20;

  • Reporting regularly to the Executive concerning the state of the Association's finances; and 

  • Preparing an annual financial report for presentation at the Annual General Meeting.

Members-at-Large

  • Assisting with the activities of the Association.

Equity Policy

At least one-half of the elected members of the Executive, convention delegates and delegates to the Council of Federal Ridings shall be women. The Executive shall ensure that members of Equity-Seeking Target Groups, as designated by Federal Council, are encouraged to seek executive positions. At least one of the President or Vice-President positions shall be a woman.