PRRD director announces intention to run for Peace River North MLA

FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. — Peace River Regional District (PRRD) Area B director Jordan Kealy recently announced his plans to run for Peace River North MLA.

Kealy made the announcement in a social media post on Saturday, noting that his nomination papers have been submitted.

Kealy will be running as a Conservative Party of BC candidate and said he is tired of seeing what is happening to the province and the country under the current NDP and Liberal leadership.

In the post, he listed many reasons he wants to run, such as wanting to see accountability in government, responsible spending, initiatives that don’t tax people “to death,” and proper communication.

Kealy said he wants “hardcore” drugs criminalized again, but he also wants proper treatment facilities for people struggling with addictions and mental health issues. 

He mentioned wanting a general reform of the healthcare system as well.

“I want to see the people that work hard contributing to society rewarded, and not money given out undeserved,” Kealy added. 

Kealy said the listed issues are what he would fight for if given the opportunity.

“I believe I would make a great candidate because I have unwavering morals,” he wrote, “I’m steadfast in my beliefs and do what I believe is in the best interests of my constituents.”

Despite not being an academic or typical politician, Kealy said if he sees something broken, he will fix it.

“I have already chosen to take a stand and fight for my region, now I want to fix this province so we can have a way forward for future generations as well,” Kealy wrote.

“I believe a vote for conservatives is restoring the balance in our democracy. Some may tell you this is vote splitting, but I believe it isn’t. This vote is essential to restore our quality of life and not continue the current path of negligence.”

Peace River MLAs Mike Bernier and Dan Davies, both with BC United, announced their re-election bids earlier in October.

The next provincial election will be held on October 19th, 2024.