Don Davies
Don Davies is a Canadian politician who has served as the Member of Parliament for Vancouver Kingsway since 2008, representing the New Democratic Party. In Parliament, he has held roles such as the NDP critic for health, international trade, and foreign affairs, and has served on several standing committees. His work focuses on legislative and policy matters related to these areas.
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Oct 1, 2026
Far Left
Davies is pressing the government on pharmacare implementation and warning that delays are leaving patients without coverage.
New Democrats see Davies as a critical voice holding the Liberals accountable on pharmacare, though some in the party worry the NDP has been too patient with Liberal delays.
Sep 10, 2026
Far Left
The NDP health critic is pushing for immediate pharmacare legislation amid Liberal foot-dragging on the promised deal.
Davies represents the NDP's core demand for universal public pharmacare, and his fight with insurers and the drug lobby is a litmus test of Liberal sincerity.
Jul 7, 2026
Far Left
NDP trade critic, likely speaking on CUSMA review and the need to protect Canadian workers from corporate demands.
Davies is a voice for progressive trade policy, opposing the TPP and similar deals that undermine labour and environmental standards.
Jun 7, 2026
Far Left
Davies, a veteran NDP MP from Vancouver, retained his seat and is considered a potential interim leadership figure as the party navigates its post-Singh transition.
Progressive activists see Davies as a credible steady hand who could protect NDP gains on pharmacare and dental care during a vulnerable transition period before a new permanent leader is chosen.
Jun 6, 2026
Far Left
Davies, a veteran NDP MP, is among the surviving caucus members now being discussed as a potential interim or permanent NDP leadership candidate.
NDP supporters see Davies as a credible defender of universal pharmacare and working-class health policy, and his profile is rising precisely because the party needs a steady hand during its post-election rebuilding phase.