While we wait for the next NL election call, here are the candidates each party has in place so far

Spring session in NL’s House of Assembly officially adjourned on May 22, 2025. Photo by Cameron Kilfoy/The TelegramArticle contentThe signs of the next election are happening right in front of our faces, but when people will head to the polls is still up in the air.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentThere is a fixed date of Oct. 14, but little else is out there other than speculation. Article contentArticle contentStill, an election call from newly minted Newfoundland and Labrador Premier John Hogan is expected to come soon. Article contentWhether that’s in the next couple of weeks or after the Canada Games in St. John’s, that remains to be seen. Article contentArticle contentEven without an election call, there is plenty of talk about which party will form the government and the candidates who will represent the people. Article contentWith that in mind, here’s a look at who each party is running so far. Article content Premier John Hogan Photo by Chris Ballard/The TelegramArticle contentThe LiberalsArticle contentRight now, the incumbent Liberals will enter the election with a mixture of new and current candidates hoping to stave off the Conservatives and the NDP. Article contentWhile some incumbents have yet to state their desire for re-election – that’s likely because nominations haven’t happened in their respective districts yet – there are a handful who have put their name back on the ballot. They include Premier John Hogan (Windsor Lake), Lisa Dempster (Cartwright-L’Anse au Clair) and Pam Parsons (Harbour Grace-Port de Grave), amongst others. Article contentMeanwhile, new ones like the returning Ken McDonald (Conception Bay South) and Gemma Hickey (St. John’s Centre) are sure to provide the party with some firepower. Article contentArticle contentThe Liberals are on their back foot a little heading into the anticipated election call with Andrew Parsons (Burgeo-La Poile), Andrew Furey (Humber-Gros Morne), Siobhan Coady (St. John’s West), John Haggie (Gander), Scott Reid (St. George’s-Humber), Steve Crocker (Carbonear-Trinity-Bay de Verde), Percy Trimper (Lake Melville) and John Abbott (St. John’s East-Quidi Vidi) all not seeking re-election. Article contentHowever, according to a release from Hogan, the departure of these veteran MHAs brings with it opportunity for new voices and ideas. Article contentHis new team, Hogan said, will bring fresh perspectives, but assures that experience and expertise will be retained around the table. Article contentHere is a list of each declared Liberal candidate: Article contentFabien Power (Exploits) Helen Reid (Humber-Gros Morne) Paul Pike (Burin-Grand Bank) – incumbent Michael King (Burgeo-La Poile) Dale Lewis (Fogo Island-Cape Freels) Derek Bennett (Lewisporte-Twillingate) – incumbent Jamie Korab (Waterford Valley) – incumbent Don Lewis (Harbour Main) Shaun MacLean (Lake Melville) Elvis Loveless (Fortune-Cape La Hune) – incumbent Sarah Stoodley (Mount Scio) – incumbent Ken McDonald (CBS) Cheryl O’Brien (Ferryland) Todd Seward (Labrador West) Gemma Hickey (St. John’s Centre) Brian Keating (Placentia West-Bellevue) Keith White (St. John’s West) Krista Lynn Howell (St. Barbe-L’Anse aux Meadows) – incumbent Greg French (Terra Nova) John Whelan (St. John’s East-Quidi Vidi) Pam Parsons (Harbour Grace-Port de Grave) – incumbent Bernard Davis (Virginia Waters-Pleasentville) – incumbent Sherry Gambin-Walsh (Placentia-St. Mary’s) – incumbent