Jennifer Whiteside has dedicated her career to fighting for the rights of working people. She has fought for better public healthcare and making sure people are treated fairly -- including leading BC’s first living wage campaign.

A former labour leader and community advocate, Whiteside was elected as the MLA for New Westminster in October 2020. She is the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and previously served as the Minister of Education and Child Care. She was born and raised in New Westminster.