Ian Paton will resume his role of Agriculture and Food critic.
The second term Delta South MLA from Ladner was among the BC Liberal critics announced on Monday by Interim Official Opposition Leader Shirley Bond.
“As the Official Opposition, we have a responsibility to make sure this government deals with the critical issues facing British Columbians. Our caucus represents people from all across the province and we will ensure that their voices are heard in Victoria,” said Bond. “It is essential that the government’s approach to COVID-19, from a health and economic perspective, is transparent and effective so that all British Columbians can have confidence in the future of our province.”
The rest of the BC Liberals critic portfolios include: Advanced Education, Skills Training & Sport – Coralee Oakes. Attorney General – Mike de Jong. Citizens’ Services – Bruce Banman. Children, Family Development & Childcare – Karin Kirkpatrick. Columbia Basin Initiatives – Doug Clovechok. Energy, Mines & Low Carbon Innovation – Tom Shypitka. Education – Jackie Tegart. Environment & Climate Change Strategy – Ellis Ross. Finance – Mike Bernier. Fisheries, Aquaculture & BC Ferries – Jordan Sturdy. Forests, Lands, & Natural Resources – John Rustad. Gender Equity, Accessibility & Inclusion – Stephanie Cadieux. Health – Renee Merrifield. Housing – Ben Stewart. Indigenous Relations & Reconciliation – Peter Milobar. Jobs, Economic Recovery & Innovation – Todd Stone. Labour – Greg Kyllo. Mental Health & Addictions – Trevor Halford. Municipal Affairs – Dan Ashton. Public Safety & Solicitor General – Mike Morris. Rural Development – Lorne Doerksen. Seniors Services & Long Term Care – Shirley Bond. Social Development & Poverty Reduction – Dan Davies.
Tourism, Arts & Culture, & Anti-Racism Initiatives – Teresa Wat. Transportation, Infrastructure & TransLink – Michael Lee.
