SABA of BC Meets MPs to Present Policy Concerns on Housing, Workforce, and Public Safety

by South Asian Star | Feb 5, 2026 | Local

South Asian Business Association (SABA) of BC met with local Members of Parliament to formally present a letter urging urgent policy action on key issues, including opening foreign investment in the housing market, strengthening small businesses through an expanded immigration workforce, and enhancing enforcement and accountability to improve public safety.

SABA requested MPs to review the concerns and forward the letter to the relevant ministries and the Prime Minister’s Office for immediate consideration. The letter was officially presented by SABA President Lakhvinder Gill.

MPs present at the meeting included Randeep Sarai (Surrey Centre), Sukh Dhaliwal (Surrey–Newton), Gurbax Saini (Fleetwood–Port Kells), Jill McKnight (Delta), and Ernie Klassen (South Surrey–White Rock).

SABA Directors in attendance were Lakhvinder Gill, Jatinder Sandhar, Victor Lal, Dilbagh S. Mann, Rubi Bains, Ravi Cheema, Waris Purewal, Arvinder Sodhi, Narinder Sabharwal, and Dr. Jaspinder Ghuman.