Banisha Sandhu brings a fresh perspective and deep understanding of neighborhood value to Ward Dene. As a successful Commercial & Residential Realtor with EXP Realty, she has helped countless Edmonton families find places to call home and businesses find spaces to grow—gaining firsthand knowledge of what makes communities thrive.

Her passion for design and eye for potential gives Banisha unique insight into how spaces can be transformed to better serve residents. Working daily with families and business owners across Dene, she understands the practical concerns that matter most—from property values and neighborhood safety to recreational spaces and community amenities.

This professional experience has given Banisha an unmatched understanding of the ward's real estate landscape and community dynamics. She has witnessed firsthand the factors that attract families to neighborhoods, the amenities that support thriving communities, and the infrastructure challenges that affect daily life and property values. Her work helping clients navigate city regulations and development processes has shown her where improvements are needed to support homeowners and businesses.

Fluent in Punjabi and Hindi, Banisha builds bridges between diverse communities and brings cultural understanding to her work. Her multilingual skills allow her to connect with and represent the varied perspectives of Dene's growing and diverse population. She has been actively involved in community events, cultural celebrations, and neighborhood initiatives that bring residents together and strengthen community bonds.

As your councillor for Dene, Banisha will bring her real-world experience helping families and businesses put down roots in Edmonton. She's committed to creating neighborhoods where property values grow, community connections flourish, and every resident feels heard and represented at City Hall. Her practical, solutions-focused approach will ensure Ward Dene becomes an even better place to live, work, and raise a family.

Banisha is running with the Better Edmonton Party because she believes our city needs a practical, responsible approach to governance that respects taxpayers while investing strategically in Edmonton's future. She is committed to the party's core principles of fiscal responsibility, practical solutions, collaborative leadership, transparent governance, and strategic vision.