Heavenly Father, we thank You for Harry Bains, MLA for Surrey-Newton and Opposition Critic for Jobs, Employment, Labour and WorkSafeBC. We ask that You give him great insight and understanding in those areas where he is involved. Cause him to see situations from Your point of view and give him the wisdom and courage he needs to stand strong in those areas and be Your hand in fulfilling Your purposes. Bless him and his family with energy and good health and may they enjoy quality times together. We ask this in Jesus’ name.
Harry Bains was re-elected as the MLA for Surrey-Newton in May 2013. He was first elected in May 2005 and re-elected in May 2009.
Harry serves as Opposition Critic for Jobs, Employment, Labour and WorkSafeBC.
Harry has been a strong voice in the fight for affordable and efficient public transit. He has worked alongside commuters and community and business groups looking for transportation alternatives, and has been a vocal opponent of transit cuts.
Harry has been active in the Surrey community for many years. He served on the Kwantlen University College Board of Governors from 1993 to 1999, serving as vice-chair for three of those years. He has also volunteered with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity.
Harry has an extensive background in community service. He was an elected officer of Steelworkers-IWA Canada Local 2171 for over 15 years. He served most recently as vice-president of his local, where he led negotiations and engaged in bargaining for better working conditions for working people.
Harry and his wife Rajvinder live in Surrey. They have two children, Kulpreet and Jasmeen.