Amrik Narang has spent his life working hard, serving others, and building a deep connection to the Abbotsford community. His story is rooted in family, service, and a commitment to delivering real results.

Amrik Narang’s story is rooted in hard work, service, and a deep connection to Abbotsford.

Raised in a farming family after immigrating from India, Amrik learned early what it means to work with your hands, support your family, and build something from the ground up. Those values have stayed with him throughout his life.

For over 25 years as a lawyer, Amrik has helped individuals, families, and businesses navigate complex challenges with practical, honest advice. As a Business Law Instructor at the University of the Fraser Valley, he is committed to preparing the next generation with real-world knowledge and sound judgment.

His service extends beyond his profession. Through leadership roles with community organizations and his work on the Abbotsford Police Board, Amrik has gained firsthand insight into the issues that matter most—public safety, economic opportunity, and building a strong, thriving community.

Amrik isn’t running to be a politician. He’s stepping forward to serve—bringing real experience, strong values, and a focus on results to help move Abbotsford forward.

My Story — In My Words

My Roots

I was born in Port Alberni, British Columbia, and moved to Abbotsford with my family on my fourth birthday. We came from humble beginnings. My father worked long hours pulling lumber off the green chain, and my mother worked as a dishwasher in a local restaurant.

My family came from a farming background in Punjab, India—where the land wasn’t just a livelihood, it was a way of life. My parents came to Abbotsford to rebuild that life. When my mother first visited, she said simply, “this place feels like home.”

And it became home.

We were welcomed by families who had built their own roots here decades before us. My parents picked raspberries. My grandparents worked in local barns. As a kid, I helped where I could—pushing carts through rows of chickens, working long days, and learning early what honest work felt like.

Those experiences shaped me. They taught me that our communities are not that different—we believe in hard work, we take care of our families, and we look out for one another.

In 1979, our family pooled everything we had to buy our first farm—five acres and a modest home. Some of my earliest memories are of working that land. Tying raspberry canes on cold fall mornings. Carrying heavy irrigation pipes through the mud in the spring. Driving a tractor as soon as I was tall enough to reach the clutch. Picking berries in the summer heat.

It wasn’t easy—but it built something in me that has never left.

That same work ethic carried me through my education—first at Simon Fraser University, and then to the University of Ottawa, where I earned my law degree.

Service to Community

From a young age, I was taught the importance of service—sewa. It’s a value that has guided me throughout my life.

Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of serving on a number of boards and organizations in Abbotsford. In each role, my goal has been simple: to contribute in a practical way and help make a positive difference.

As a Director and former Vice President of the Fraser Valley Indo-Canadian Business Association, I’ve seen firsthand how local entrepreneurs—many from immigrant and minority communities—create jobs and drive innovation.

As a Board Member with Archway Community Services, I’ve gained a deeper understanding of the challenges many in our community face, and I’ve also seen the generosity and compassion that make Abbotsford such a special place to live.

I’ve also served as President of the Abbotsford & District Bar Association, and on committees with the Law Society of British Columbia focused on professional standards and accountability.

In my family, integrity is everything. My grandfather—my earliest mentor—used to tell me, “it takes a lifetime to earn a good reputation, but only a second to lose it.” He also reminded me that “you reap what you plant.”

Those lessons continue to guide me today, and they are values I work to pass on to my own children.

My Work

For the past 25 years, I’ve worked as a lawyer, helping thousands of individuals, families, and businesses through some of the most important moments in their lives.

I’ve helped clients who were injured through no fault of their own to seek fair outcomes. I’ve worked with young families buying their first home. I’ve guided business owners starting new ventures. I’ve helped families plan for the future and protect what they’ve built.

In every case, my approach has been the same—practical, honest advice focused on real results.

Since 2022, I’ve also been a Business Law Instructor at the University of the Fraser Valley. Teaching has given me the opportunity to mentor the next generation, and I take that responsibility seriously. I don’t just teach theory—I share real-world experience to help students build the judgment they’ll need to succeed.

My role as Chair of the Governance and Policy Committee of the Abbotsford Police Board has also given me important insight into public safety, accountability, and the need to build trust between residents and law enforcement.

Whether in the courtroom, the classroom, or the community, my focus has always been the same: contribute, build, and move Abbotsford forward.

Looking Ahead

This community has given my family so much. I believe in Abbotsford—its people, its values, and its future.

I’m stepping forward because I want to give back in a meaningful way.

I believe in practical leadership. In listening first. In working hard. And in finding solutions that move our community forward while respecting the values we share.

I’m not interested in politics for its own sake. I’m interested in service—in doing the work, making thoughtful decisions, and delivering results.

I would be honoured to earn your trust and the opportunity to serve.