Prominent members of Vancouver's Non-Partisan Association banded together Thursday to "categorically denounce" one of their own board members over comments he made online. Councillor calling for Wilson's resignationWilson, who was previously employed by Rebel Media, a right-wing media outlet, was elected to the Non-Partisan Association (NPA) board in 2019. Nevertheless, NPA members past and present say the party needs to demonstrate compassion. Former NPA mayoral candidate Ken Sim also expressed concern with Wilson's comments, suggesting such perspectives drove him from the party. Former NPA mayoral candidate Ken Sim says he left the party because it didn't reflect his social values.

Source: CBC News September 04, 2020 02:03 UTC