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Okanagan BC United candidates react to campaign suspension

Candidates from Lake Country to Peachland were caught off guard

Pavneet Singh | Kelowna-Lake Country-Coldstream

91裸聊视频奝avneet Singh provided the following statement from is a social media account:

"During his campaign, Pavneet knocked on over 7,000 doors, hosted 12 neighbourhood BBQs, and organized six major events in his riding, including fundraisers and town halls with the party leader. 

His hard work paid off, as he became one of the top fundraisers in the party, raising approximately $100,000 for BC United.

Pavneet's efforts have earned him the open endorsement of notable figures such as Ruth Hoyte, Mayor of Coldstream, Chief of Kelowna Fire Department, MP Darrell Stinson, and leaders from the Sikh and Hindu communities, including board members of all Sikh and Hindu Temples in his riding. 

He won his nomination with a landslide victory, showcasing the strong support he has within his community. His deep roots in the community and commitment to public service make him a respected figure. 

Pavneet has always been a strong supporter of first responders, including firefighters, and has contributed to organizations like the KGH Foundation and the Starbright Foundation for Kids for the past decade. 

Known for his readiness to help anyone in need, Pavneet Singh embodies the spirit of community and leadership that his riding values."

Dr. Michael Humer | Kelowna-Centre

The former BC United candidate for Kelowna-Centre says it91裸聊视频檚 been an interesting few days following leader Kevin Falcon suspension of the party91裸聊视频檚 campaign to support the BC Conservatives.

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Falcon, along with BC Conservative leader John Rustad, announced on Aug. 28 that he was withdrawing all BC United candidates across provincial ridings. 

91裸聊视频淚t91裸聊视频檚 been an unpredictable week and it91裸聊视频檚 unpredictable going forward,91裸聊视频 Humer said.

Asked if he would consider running as a BC Conservative candidate Humer said he might consider the possibility.

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Despite the shakeup with BC United, Humer said he is undeterred. 

91裸聊视频淚 still have, if anything, more passion than ever to see this out in the right direction.91裸聊视频

Stephen Johnston | West Kelowna-Peachland

Like BC United MLAs, Okanagan candidates for the October provincial election were caught off guard by leader Kevin Falcon91裸聊视频檚 announcement that he was suspending the campaign and asking his party to support the BC Conservatives.

Following a rescheduled candidates meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 28, West Kelowna-Peachland BC United candidate Stephen Johnston said he received a text from a friend telling him the news.

91裸聊视频淭hen I got another text screenshot of a Global News article and that91裸聊视频檚 how I found out.91裸聊视频

The rescheduled meeting ended up being a brief conference call at 2:30 on Wednesday afternoon with Falcon.

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That press conference was held by Falcon and BC Conservative Leader John Rustad around 3:15 p.m. Wednesday. Despite the shock, Johnston said he is trying to maintain a hopeful outlook.

91裸聊视频淭here is a conversation that will be occurring about bringing in good candidates to the party and trying to create that merged, balanced approach and I hope that happens, as well as answers to questions that many of us have.91裸聊视频

Johnston added it91裸聊视频檚 been his desire all along that the two parties come together.

91裸聊视频淭his is certainly a messy way of doing that. It would have been nicer if it were done six months to a year under more favourable circumstances, but I think it presents a way forward without splitting that centre-right vote.91裸聊视频 

Johnston noted there are exceptional candidates within both parties.

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He is also still interested in representing his riding in Victoria.

91裸聊视频淚 want to serve my community. The Westside is where I91裸聊视频檝e grown up, where I live and, where I want to be.91裸聊视频

Black Press Media has contacted all former BC United and current BC Conservatives in the Central Okanagan for comment. 



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