October 23, 2025
Parteek Singh Mahal
Former B.C. Solicitor General and West Vancouver Police Chief Kash Heed has officially announced his intention to run for Mayor of Richmond in the next municipal election.
He made the announcement during an interview on RED FM’s Harjinder Thind Show on Thursday. Currently serving as a Richmond City councillor, Heed stated he is seeking support in 2026 to bring a “forward-thinking agenda” and “progressive change” to the city, replacing the current “status quo.”
When asked about his motivation for seeking the mayoral post, Heed cited advice from his late mother: “doing the right thing, not the popular thing.”
Heed criticized the current state of local government, saying that over the last three years as a councillor, he has observed decisions made based on “personal interests” or what is perceived as popular, rather than what is right for Richmond’s taxpayers.
“What I’ve noticed over the last three years as being a councillor here in Richmond is we seem to be doing things for our own personal interests,” he said, arguing that the focus should be on residents who bear the brunt of continual tax increases.
He faulted the current administration for often throwing “more money” at issues instead of determining if the spending will actually make a difference for working families, seniors, or students.
Heed, a longtime Richmond resident of over 60 years, had successfully won a seat on the Richmond City Council in the 2022 election on the Richmond Rise joint slate with Councillor Derek Dang.
When he was asked if he would introduce a slate, Heed confirmed he will be running as an independent candidate. He stated his platform would be built on motions he has successfully introduced during his term as a councillor, focusing on transparency and accountability.
Addressing the diverse community in Richmond, Heed emphasized that he is running for all of Richmond, regardless of background, stating, “I’m here for all of Richmond, and it has to be equal across the board.” He condemned recent divisive rhetoric he has personally faced in his role.
When asked to provide a “report card” for the current mayor, Malcolm Brody, Heed offered a complex assessment: “I would give him an A for his first 12 years. I would give him a C for the other 12 years.”
Heed also proposed limiting all council members, including the mayor, to a maximum of 12 years in office. He argued that officials become “complacent” after an extended period, suggesting that a defined tenure ensures that public servants bring their best professional experience to the role before moving on.
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