What Abbotsford is saying.

"As a lifelong Abbotsford resident, I am proud to support my good friend Rupi Kanda-Rajwan in her candidacy for Abbotsford City Council. Rupi leads with integrity in everything she does — she is honest, thoughtful, and grounded in a genuine commitment to people. I have personally seen Rupi's enthusiasm and dedication through her many volunteer roles — as a team manager, a leader of fundraising initiatives, and someone who always steps up to ensure our kids and families have the best possible experiences. She is exactly the kind of thoughtful, community-driven leader we want helping guide our city forward."

"I am proud to personally support Rupi for Abbotsford City Councillor. I have seen first-hand the heart, energy, and commitment she brings to this community, especially through her many years of volunteer work in minor youth sports. She shows up, puts in the work, and does it for the right reasons. Her service as a School Trustee has only strengthened what many of us already knew about her — she is passionate about youth, education, wellness, and the future of our community. Who better to help guide the growth and well-being of our city than someone who has already proven, through her actions, how deeply she cares about its people?"

"As a head coach, I know the success of a team depends as much on what happens off the ice as on it. This past season, Rupi served as our team manager for the Abbotsford Hawks U13 A1 hockey team, and her impact was immediate. She is the definition of a proactive leader — she didn't just manage logistics, she brought fresh ideas that strengthened our team's experience and fostered a real sense of community. Whether she is advocating for students on the School Board or managing a youth sports team, Rupi proves time and again that she is future-focused and ready to work for the betterment of Abbotsford."

"I've had the privilege of knowing Rupi both as our softball team manager and as a genuine friend, and she is one of the most intentional and community-driven people I know. From organizing fundraisers like Cup of Cheer to helping initiatives for Ronald McDonald House and working closely with the Salvation Army, she consistently gives her time and energy to make a real difference. I believe Rupi would bring that same level of dedication, integrity, and heart to City Council. She listens, she cares, and she leads with authenticity."

"I've had the privilege of knowing Rupi both personally and through our shared involvement in the ball community and volunteer work at our children's middle school. What stands out most is her consistency — she shows up, she listens, and she leads with intention. We actually call her the 'YES friend.' In 2022 she made history as the first Indo-Canadian female elected to the Abbotsford School Board. If you're looking for someone who leads with heart but isn't afraid to stand firm when it counts, Rupi is that person. Let's change the narrative — vote Rupi Kanda-Rajwan for City Council 2026."

"I have known Rupi for over 25 years, and throughout that time she has always been someone who leads with integrity, compassion, and genuine care for people and community. As the first Punjabi-Canadian female elected as a School Board Trustee, she has represented our community with strength, professionalism, and heart. I have watched her consistently make decisions based on what is best for students, families, education, and the community as a whole — not based on politics or public opinion. I fully support her running for City Council because our community needs leaders like her who are honest, caring, and truly invested in making a positive difference."

"I first met Rupi at Open Space in downtown Abbotsford, where I was leading a community art project celebrating the many languages that make our city so wonderfully diverse. Rupi didn't just take notice — she jumped in. She promoted the project, helped bring people together, and embodied exactly the kind of community spirit we were trying to celebrate. She understands instinctively that art has the power to connect people across difference. She is a connector, a champion for community, and someone who shows up. That's exactly the kind of person I want representing Abbotsford on City Council."

"The rich diversity of today's educational environment requires leadership with an openness to hear and engage with a wide range of viewpoints, combined with vision and commitment to lead the school system so that the needs of varied stakeholders and the community at large are addressed. That willingness to truly listen and come to terms with the varied dimensions of the community is what Rupi brings to the work of the school board. Her skills, life experience, and commitment to the community make her an ideal choice to be part of the Abbotsford educational leadership team."

"In community leadership, character is often revealed in the moments that do not make headlines — how a person treats people when there is no audience and no political advantage. Through my interactions with Rupi over the past year, what has stood out most is her ability to make people feel heard. In a time where many speak to be noticed, Rupi listens to understand. She brings calm, composure, and a collaborative mindset into conversations that matter. Abbotsford does not simply need louder voices — it needs leaders who can bring people together, navigate differences with integrity, and keep the focus on community rather than division."