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Edward D. “Ed” Fast – A Canadian politician who served as the member of Parliament (MP) for Abbotsford from 2006 until 2025. A member of the Conservative Party of Canada, he was Minister for International Trade and Minister for the Asia–Pacific Gateway from 2011 to 2015 under Prime Minister Stephen Harper

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – April 15, 2025

“Today, I’m announcing my support for Mike de Jong in the upcoming federal election.

Over a year ago, I announced that I would be stepping down as MP and asked Conservative Party officials to begin “an open and fair process” to choose a replacement for our new riding of Abbotsford-South Langley. Sadly, that process was far from open and fair.

It now appears that party insiders conspired to manipulate the process to ensure that their chosen 25-year old candidate, until very recently a Liberal supporter, was “elected”. They also disqualified the most qualified candidate, Mike de Jong, and ignored the recommendations of our local Conservative association. Democracy lost out.

The Hon. Mike de Jong offers our community 30 years of distinguished service in our provincial legislature, having served as Minister of Finance, Health, Aboriginal Affairs, Forestry and Attorney General. He supports conservative policies like reducing taxes, offering addicts treatment instead of free drugs, getting tough on violent criminals, and rebuilding our military. He has also promoted religious freedom and balanced multi-billion budgets, something the Carney-Trudeau Liberals have never done.

As many of you know, our community will suffer severe damage from Donald Trump’s tariffs. In times like these, we desperately need a tested and proven leader, not an inexperienced, unqualified Johnnie-come-lately. Our manufacturers, farmers and truckers can’t afford to have a novice leading us right now.

Let me be very clear. After 10 lost years of economic decline and a fading Canadian dream, Canada desperately needs change. And that change is a strong Conservative government led by Pierre Poilievre. However, abandoning our grassroots conservative principles and allowing faceless party officials to recklessly push their friends and insiders into positions of power is not the way to do it.

There are some who say a vote for Mike de Jong will “split the vote”. That’s true – IF WE VOTE OUT OF FEAR RATHER THAN PRINCIPLE! But if every person worried about the future of our country puts faith in our country ahead of fear, Mike wins; Abbotsford wins; and democracy wins!

I’m confident that Mike has the resources and large team behind him to ensure that we elect this highly experienced friend of our community. I respectfully ask you, the voters of Abbotsford-South Langley, to vote for our independent conservative candidate, MIKE de JONG, to be our next Member of Parliament.”

– The Hon. Ed Fast Retiring MP (Abbotsford)

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Rick Green

Former Mayor of the Township of Langley

Elections are supposed to be about openness, debate, and accountability. But in Abbotsford–South Langley, voters are being denied all three – not just by a candidate who refuses to show up, but by a party that’s actively shielding him. What is he afraid of?

Sukhman Singh Gill, the Conservative Party’s appointed candidate, has refused to attend any all-candidates meetings. He’s declined local media interviews, scrubbed almost all of his social media, and made no effort to connect with voters.

Why the silence? Look at how he became the candidate.

Earlier this year, the Conservative Party eliminated the only serious competition to Gill’s nomination, then ignored the local candidate committee’s unanimous recommendation to reject him. Ottawa installed him anyway.

Until January, Gill’s LinkedIn stated he had been a poll worker for Justin Trudeau’s Liberals since 2016—nearly a decade of Liberal involvement. He’s still a student, with no real-world experience and no public record.

Now, rather than face public scrutiny, it appears the party has told him to stay out of sight. No debates. No questions. No answers.

This isn’t just a weak candidacy—it’s an affront to democracy.

When parties override local voices, hide their candidates, and count on blind loyalty, voters lose.

Abbotsford–South Langley deserves a leader who’s accountable, experienced, and ready to serve—not someone who hides behind the party logo.

Stay informed. Ask questions. Demand better. Abbotsford–South Langley deserves more than this.

In Abbotsford South-Langley ELECT Mike de Jong –

Experience that will get things done!

BREAKING NEWS! – Long time respected Conservative MP Ed Fast (just retired) has announced his full and complete endorsement of Mike de Jong today! More details to come!

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Rick Green

Former Mayor of the Township of Langley

Voters in Abbotsford–South Langley deserve a representative they can trust. But the Conservative Party’s appointed candidate, Sukhman Singh Gill, has a record that raises serious questions—and so far, he’s refused to answer them.

Did You Know? Gill was chosen with just 15% Support!
Gill was nominated with the backing of only 15% of eligible party members. That’s not democracy in action—it’s a top-down decision forced on the riding.

Did You Know? Gill was a Trudeau Liberal for Nine Years!
Until January 2025, Gill’s LinkedIn profile stated he had worked as a poll worker for the Liberal Party of Canada since 2016. That’s nearly a decade of active involvement with Justin Trudeau’s party—yet now he wants to call himself a Conservative?

Did You Know? Gill was rejected by Local Conservatives!
The entire local candidate selection committee unanimously rejected Mr. Gill as a credible candidate. Ottawa Party insiders ignored them and forced his name onto the ballot anyway. Why?

Did You Know? Gill is Hiding from Voters!
Gill has refused to participate in all-candidate meetings, skipped local media availabilities, and deleted his social media accounts—making it nearly impossible for voters to hear from him or ask questions.

Did You Know? Gill is still a Student, No Real-World Experience!
Gill is still enrolled in university and has not completed his studies. There’s nothing wrong with being a student—but is not the time to start learning how politics works, while Canadians face real challenges?

Did You Know? Gill was a Candidate for the Township of Langley Council Municipal Election in 2022. He came 20th out of 28 candidates. It was clear during this election campaign that Gill, a member of a slate, was not prepared with the knowledge needed to represent his community as is indicated by the result.  

So why is he running? Why now?

Is this about serving the people of Abbotsford–South Langley—or securing a political future in a riding, Ottawa thinks is “safe”?

And what does it say about the Conservative Party when it ignores its own members, silences local voices, and installs a candidate with no track record, no platform, and no accountability?

In a time of rising costs, global instability, and deep political frustration, we can’t afford guesswork and on-the-job training. We need steady, proven leadership from someone who actually knows how to get things done.

We deserve a leader who stands up—not someone who hides.
We deserve someone who reflects our values—not someone who’s spent years backing Trudeau.
We deserve someone ready to serve on Day 1—not someone still figuring it out.

Stay informed. Ask questions. Demand better. Abbotsford–South Langley deserves more than this.

In Abbotsford South-Langley ELECT Mike de Jong – Experience that will get things done!

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Rick Green

Former Mayor of the Township of Langley

By Rick Green Former Mayor, Township of Langley

Canada is at a crossroads!

As economic pressures mount, international tensions rise, and faith in government crumbles, we need leaders who have the strength, wisdom, and experience to guide us forward. That’s why I’m throwing my support behind Mike de Jong in the race to represent Abbotsford–South Langley in Ottawa.

This riding isn’t just electing another MP — we’re choosing a voice for our region during one of the most consequential elections in decades, some would say in a lifetime. We need someone who doesn’t require a learning curve. Someone who’s already earned the respect of colleagues and knows how to get results in government.

Mike de Jong is that person.

With years of experience in the BC Legislature — including time as Finance Minister, House Leader, Minister of Forests, and Attorney General — Mike has a record of delivering real results. He balanced budgets, negotiated major trade files, and defended our freedoms when it mattered most. I’ve seen firsthand what competent leadership looks like — and Mike brings that in spades.

What concerns me today is how easily important decisions are being made behind closed doors by party elites in Ottawa. Voters in Abbotsford–South Langley deserve to choose their representative — not have it decided for them.

Mike’s independent candidacy gives us that choice. A serious, capable leader who knows the issues, understands this community, and isn’t beholden to backroom deals.

This election, we need to send someone to Ottawa who won’t just be another name in a caucus — we need someone who can influence outcomes and fight for what matters.

Mike de Jong is ready.

I encourage you to learn more, get involved, and show your support at www.mikedejong.ca.

Let’s send real leadership to Ottawa — for Abbotsford, for Langley, and for Canada.

RG

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The Conservative Party of Canada disqualified one of British Columbia’s most experienced politicians, Mike de Jong, from seeking the party’s nomination in Abbotsford-South Langley. Multiple high-level cabinet positions, and an unmatched record of experience, de Jong was unanimously endorsed by the local Electoral District Candidate Selection Committee. And yet, Ottawa shut him down.

No explanation for why a seasoned legislator, skilled negotiator, and long-time public servant was deemed unworthy of the nomination. No clarity, no accountability, no respect for Conservative voters.

No Reasons Given—No Accountability!

So how do local voters feel?

A Grass Roots Conservative supporter has his say:

Mr. Lockwood, a long-term resident of Aldergrove and Conservative supporter sent me a copy of his email to the Conservative Party of Canada’s head office in Ottawa (below), directed to Pierre Poilievre’s attention. As we have described in our previous BLOG Post, the actions of party headquarters were and are an unfathomable and incomprehensible attack against the democratic rights of local party members!

Conservative Party of Canada,

Ottawa, Canada

By email

Pierre et al,  

I am in the riding of Abbotsford-South Langley and will NOT be supporting the Conservative candidate in view of how the nomination process was handled. I happily made my $1000 donation to Mike de Jong running as an independent candidate to show my displeasure and support for the best candidate for the election – a person with the past demonstrated experience to be sitting at the executive council level aka cabinet.

Conservative HQ is out of touch with main street reality in many ways and Poilievre’s Trump-Lite tactics are not sitting well with many……especially those of us with international business experience…..

Lee Lockwood

Aldergrove B.C. 

Mike de Jong is needed in Ottawa to provide strong representation to the residents of Abbotsford South-Langley and the greater region of the South of the Fraser! In over 30 years serving in senior minister positions in the B.C. Government, Mike has developed an unequalled number of relationships with senior federal staff and politicians in both major political parties in Ottawa. Those relationships will serve Mike and our region well sitting as an independent representing Abbotsford South-Langley.

Just in: Mike de Jong lawn signs are now available – they’re not your average campaign signs! Whether you want it installed or prefer to pick it up, it’s easy:

Request yours here: https://forms.gle/DpBCwHSBBmC538zd8

Campaign office:2630 Bourquin Crescent W, Abbotsford (next to Little Oak Realty, across from Seven Oaks Mall)

Learn more about Mike here: www.mikedejong.ca

RG

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After backroom politics tried to shut him out, the people’s voice won out.

Well, it’s official. After weeks of speculation, hundreds of conversations, and a flood of support through this very site, we’re thrilled to report: Mike de Jong is running. As an independent!

Let’s be honest—this should have never been necessary.

Mike de Jong has been a pillar of conservative leadership in this community for more than three decades. He’s won elections. Balanced budgets. Fought for taxpayers. And unlike most career politicians, Mike actually shows up, listens, and does the work.

But when Mike put his name forward to run for the Conservative nomination in Abbotsford–South Langley, the party brass in Ottawa shut the door. No explanation. No transparency. No respect.

It was a slap in the face to every grassroots member in this riding—and it triggered a wave of backlash we haven’t seen in a long time.

That’s why we launched a petition right here at www.langleywatchdog.com . Thousands of people visited the site, and the petition was overwhelmed with signatures, shares, and support. Mike was flooded with messages of encouragement from across the riding. It became clear: the community wasn’t ready to let this go — and neither was Mike.

Now, Mike is stepping forward—not with a party label, but with his name, his values, and his record.

“This isn’t the path I expected to take,” Mike said in his announcement, “but I can’t walk away while local democracy gets steamrolled. I’m running to give this community the choice it was denied.”

We couldn’t agree more.

Let’s be clear: the CPC candidate was handpicked by party brass in Ottawa and forced onto the ballot against the will of the local riding association and grassroots Conservatives. He’s young, inexperienced, and would have struggled to survive a real nomination contest—which is exactly why the party shut it down. It’s not just disrespectful. It’s anti-democratic.

Mike de Jong is the only candidate in this race with the experience, judgment, and credibility to represent Abbotsford–South Langley in Ottawa. He didn’t walk away from the Conservative Party—the party walked away from the people.

Mike is running to put the focus back where it belongs: on serving the community, not the party.

So, what now?

Now we get to work.

Spread the word! Knock on doors! Order a Sign! Share the news with your neighbors! Remind people that they have a real choice, a candidate who’s independent in name, but conservative in values and action.

This isn’t a protest campaign.

It’s a leadership campaign.

And this time, we’re not asking permission from Ottawa.

If you live in the Abbotsford South-Langley Constituency and can place a campaign sign on your property

Go to www.mikedejong.ca

We’ll keep covering the campaign closely. Visit MikedeJong.ca to volunteer, donate, order a sign and show your support.

LET’S FINISH WHAT WE STARTED!

RG

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In a shocking and inexplicable move, the Conservative Party of Canada has disqualified one of British Columbia’s most experienced politicians, Mike de Jong, from seeking the party’s nomination in Abbotsford-South Langley. With over 30 years of public service, multiple high-level cabinet positions, and an unmatched record of experience, de Jong was unanimously endorsed by the local Electoral District Candidate Selection Committee. And yet, Ottawa shut him down.

What makes this decision even more outrageous is that the same local committee unanimously rejected the candidacy of Sukhman Singh Gill, a 24-year-old with no significant professional experience, and a questionable political history. And yet, Ottawa overturned the local decision and handed him the nomination; despite the fact Mike de Jong ran his campaign for a year, garnered over 2,000 members BUT was told 5 days before voting day he was being declared ineligible with no explanation – do you want to vote for your candidate or do you want to leave it to a political office 3,000 miles away?

A Rigged Process?

The stunning hypocrisy of the Conservative Party’s decision doesn’t stop there. Gill allegedly didn’t meet the six-month party membership requirement—a fundamental rule that should have disqualified him. But instead of being rejected, he was allegedly granted a waiver to run.

And it gets worse. Until January of this year, Gill’s own LinkedIn profile allegedly listed him as a Federal Liberal Party poll worker. That’s right—the man now representing the Conservative Party in Abbotsford-South Langley was, just months ago, working for the Liberals. How does this happen?

No Reasons Given—No Accountability

While bending the rules for a political neophyte, the party refused to provide any reason whatsoever for disqualifying de Jong. No explanation for why a seasoned legislator, skilled negotiator, and long-time public servant was deemed unworthy of the nomination. No clarity, no accountability, no respect for Conservative voters.

This is not democracy. This is party insiders playing kingmakers while shutting out the grassroots.

Grassroots Revolt: The Movement to Draft Mike de Jong is gaining significant steam encouraging Mike de Jong to run as an Independent!

This travesty has ignited a firestorm in Abbotsford-South Langley. A petition is circulating, and local supporters are demanding that de Jong run as an independent to ensure the riding has a competent, experienced leader representing them in Ottawa.

With tightening national polls, the Conservatives cannot afford a self-inflicted disaster like this. And yet, they have taken the most qualified, experienced candidate off the ballot in favor of someone with no credentials, no proven leadership, and a questionable political past.

If the Conservative Party thought this decision would go unnoticed, they were wrong. People are paying attention. The question now is, will the grassroots fight back? The following is being circulated:

PETITION: Draft Mike de Jong – We Need Strong, Experienced Leadership in Ottawa;

We need your help!!

Introduction:

The people of Abbotsford-South Langley deserve competent, experienced leadership—but the Conservative Party of Canada has denied us that opportunity. Mike de Jong, a 30-year veteran of public service, a skilled negotiator, and one of British Columbia’s most respected legislators, was blocked from running with no explanation. Instead, party insiders handed the nomination to an untested 24-year-old with any professional experience, and questionable political affiliations.

This is not democracy. This is a betrayal of the grassroots.

We, the undersigned, urge Mike de Jong to run—as an independent or by any means necessary—so that we have the choice of a capable, proven leader to represent us in Ottawa.

Why Mike de Jong?

✅ 30+ years of experience in public service

✅ Held multiple senior cabinet positions, including Minister of Finance, Health, and Attorney General

✅ Negotiated major international trade agreements

✅ Proven leadership in managing billion-dollar budgets

✅ Respected voice in provincial and federal politics

✅ Trusted and endorsed by the local Conservative riding association

Why This Petition?

The Abbotsford-South Langley Electoral District Association unanimously endorsed Mike de Jong as the best candidate to represent our community. Meanwhile, the party’s eventual nominee, Sukhman Gill, was unanimously rejected by the same local group. Gill was allegedly given a party membership waiver to run, due to allegedly not meeting the 6-month membership requirement. Until January, his LinkedIn profile listed him as a Federal Liberal Party poll worker.

The Conservative Party overruled local decision-making and denied members the opportunity to choose their own candidate. We deserve better.

What We’re Asking for:

By signing this petition, we are calling on Mike de Jong to run in the next federal election—so the people of Abbotsford-South Langley can choose a leader based on qualifications, not party games.

Sign this petition – Show your support for Mike de Jong and demand strong, experienced representation in Ottawa! Go to the following link to sign the petition

https://forms.gle/avTkmkfecGAipaiF8

RG

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If you, or your friends and/or your relatives live within the boundaries of the NEW Abbotsford South-Langley federal riding wish to be a member and an eligible voter in the nomination meeting, date to be announced next week – must have memberships in by Friday 11:59 AM Friday February 21^st, 2025!

Why Mike de Jong KC – With Canada experiencing a national crisis in our relationship with a previously friendly ally to the South, our vulnerability as a nation has clearly come to light. We are in this position in large part due to the poor decisions made by our federal government over the last number of years. We need firm and experienced MPs to represent us in Ottawa to direct and protect of countries sovereignty. We are proud Canadians that will never allow our country to be swallowed up by its neighbor to the South.

Supports the reactivation of the 99 km Interurban rail transit corridor – Mike de Jong declares unconditional support for reactivating the 99 km Interurban Passenger Rail Transit corridor between the Pattullo Bridge and the city of Chilliwack! This is a show of vision for our region! He will be its political champion in Ottawa supporting housing and transit!

Do you want to see a reactivated 99 KM Interurban Passenger Rail Corridor between the Pattullo Bridge and the City of Chilliwack? We need your help to support Mike de Jong’s nomination for candidate – Abbotsford South-Langley!

The South Fraser Community Rail Society has been working non-stop for many years securing government’s support to reactivate the 99 km publicly owned (with passenger rights) public transit rail corridor South of Fraser – Pattullo Bridge to Chilliwack and have garnered unparallelled and unprecedented support – public, business and regional municipal political support.

Experience in Ottawa is needed – I am not going to mention the names of the other candidates running for this nomination as it is not my intention to openly criticize their backgrounds or intent, but it is my intent to highlight our reasons for supporting Mike de Jong KC. Mike is a lawyer and has been elected for 30 years as a provincial MLA, representing Matsqui, Abbotsford Mount-Lehman and Abbotsford West over those years despite constituency redistribution! Being elected for 30 years speaks volumes for his reputation for hard work and accomplishment on behalf of is community and the province.

He has served for a number of years in cabinet – as Minister of Labor and Citizens Services, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation, Attorney General, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, Minister of Health, and Minister of Finance.

Senior Provincial Minister Experience – As a former B.C. Minister (covering a number of ministries) Mike de Jong has significant experience on a number of fronts, not the least of which is Finance and Forests, the latter involved in our softwood lumber negotiations. Mike’s senior provincial political experience will be invaluable in representing our region, our province and our country!

Prime Ministers can only select Cabinet Ministers from the MPs elected? In my better than 45-years of experience in politics, at all levels, I haven’t seen anyone in a better position or with more experience to take on a major cabinet portfolio in Ottawa than Mike de Jong. That opportunity, should it occur, puts British Columbia and the South of Fraser Region in a prime position to be listened to at the Federal Cabinet table in a very serious way, something that has been absent for decades!

“IMPORTANT” – We are asking, if you live or have friends that live within the boundaries of Abbotsford South Langley (Check the map at www.mikedejong.ca), sign up and join the Conservative Party of Canada by this Friday at noon. (application forms at www.mikedejong.ca) The nomination meeting date will be announced next week. A membership form is at the end of the front page on his website!

“Let’s send experienced leadership to Ottawa;

British Columbia and the South of Fraser Region needs his representation”

RG

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Abbotsford South-Langley is a new federal constituency for the upcoming 2025 federal election, whenever that occurs – probably sooner rather than later! There is currently a Conservative nomination campaign underway to elect their candidate in this key constituency within our South of Fraser region. We have reviewed all of the candidates running and conclude there is one candidate that is head and shoulders above all others.

We are proud to endorse Mike de Jong KC as our choice to represent Abbotsford South-Langley for the Conservative Party in the upcoming federal election!

We don’t need to send any more inexperienced or political want-to-be’ s to Ottawa! Our reasons follow!

Consequential Challenges – Canada is facing many very consequential challenges due to the mis-management of the current federal government over the past 10 years! The economy, immigration numbers, revolving door justice system, housing, out of control debt management and so much more. We cannot continue to see and watch our countries living standards and reputation world-wide decline – there is just too much to be proud of! The need for fiscal prudence is a necessity.

Experience in Ottawa is needed – I am not going to mention the names of the other candidates running for this nomination as it is not my intention to openly criticize their backgrounds or intent, but it is my intent to highlight our reasons for supporting Mike de Jong KC. Mike is a lawyer and has been elected for 30 years as a provincial MLA, representing Matsqui, Abbotsford Mount Lehman and Abbotsford West over those years and constituency redistribution! Being elected for 30 years speaks volumes for his reputation for hard work and accomplishment on behalf of is community and the province.

He has served for a number of years in cabinet – as Minister of Labor and Citizens Services, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation, Attorney General, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, Minister of Health, and Minister of Finance.

Prime Ministers can only select Cabinet Ministers from the MPs elected? In my better than 45-years of experience in politics, at all levels, I haven’t seen anyone in a better position or with more experience to take on a major cabinet portfolio in Ottawa than Mike de Jong. That opportunity, should it occur, puts British Columbia and the South of Fraser Region in a prime position to be listened to at the Federal Cabinet table in a very serious way, something that has been absent for decades!

Supports the reactivation of the 99 km Interurban rail transit corridor – Mike de Jong declares unconditional support for reactivating the 99 km Interurban Passenger Rail Transit corridor between the Pattullo Bridge and the city of Chilliwack! This is a show of vision for our region! He will be its political champion in Ottawa supporting housing and transit!

Do you want to see a reactivated 99 KM Interurban Passenger Rail Corridor between the Pattullo Bridge and the City of Chilliwack? We need your help to support Mike de Jong’s nomination for candidate – Abbotsford South-Langley!

The South Fraser Community Rail Society has been working non-stop for many years securing government’s support to reactivate the 99 km publicly owned (with passenger rights) public transit rail corridor South of Fraser – Pattullo Bridge to Chilliwack. They have garnered unparallelled support:

• Public Support – ResearchCo (Mario Canseco May/21 Poll) – 88% support South of Fraser, N. Delta to Chilliwack! Abbotsford 93%, Chilliwack 89%, N. Surrey 83%, Township of Lang. 82%, City of Lang. 76% and North Delta 85%!
• Post-Secondary Support – Members of South of Fraser Community Rail Task Force support Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Trinity Western University and University of the Fraser Valley.
• Post-Secondary Support – Univ. of the Fraser Valley Student Union Society
• Municipal Support – Township of Langley UBCM – AGM Resolution June 26/23!
• Municipal Support – Delta, Surrey, White Rock, Lang. City, Township of Langley, Abbotsford (2009) and Chilliwack (2019) supported passenger rights renewal.
• NEW Municipal Support – Lower Mainland Local Government Association (LMLGA) 30 members endorsed this initiative at Whistler AGM – May 2024.
• Business Support – Surrey Board of Trade support July 9th, 2021
• Business Support – Hydrogen B.C. / Canadian Hydrogen Fuel Cell Assoc.(CHFCA) support Aug. 2023 supporting B.C.’s Hydrogen Industry!
• Indigenous Society Support – B.C. Indigenous Housing Society!
• Fraser Valley Rail Pre-Feasibility Study – Ind. B.C. Government Study July8/22.

The benefits of this initiative are significant and PRICELESS for the environment, the economy, affordable public transit, for housing initiatives, for community resilience, and reliability!

“IMPORTANT” – We are asking, if you live or have friends or have relatives that live within the boundaries of Abbotsford South Langley (Check the map at http://www.mikedejong.ca), sign up and join the Conservative Party of Canada. You must be a member of the party for 30 days prior to the nomination meeting to vote. The nomination meeting is yet to be called but it is very likely to be called soon.

A membership form is at the end of the front page on his website!

“Let’s send experienced leadership to Ottawa; British Columbia and the South of Fraser Region needs his representation”

RG

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