Scott McInnis, BC United candidate (submitted photo)

By Pete McIntyre

B.C. election

Teacher to represent BC United in Columbia River-Revelstoke

Apr 10, 2024 | 11:15 AM

BC United has chosen its candidate for the Columbia River-Revelstoke riding for this fall’s provincial election.

Scott McInnis, a teacher in Kimberly, will be the party’s representative, taking over from retiring BC United (former BC Liberal) MLA Doug Clovechok.

“Originally hailing from a small farming community in Ontario, McInnis has been a proud resident of Kimberley since 2010, where he and his wife Diana have built their home and raised their teenage son, Luke. As an educator for the past 15 years, McInnis’s dedication to fostering excellence in education and advocating for child care has been unwavering. His career, spanning both the public and independent school system, and as a member of the BCTF, has equipped him with a deep understanding of the challenges facing B.C.’s education system.” (BC United Party)

“Scott’s unwavering commitment to education and child care will make him an important voice in BC United’s Team 2024 slate of candidates, and I know he will bring that commitment to all issues facing the residents of Columbia River-Revelstoke,” said BC United Leader Kevin Falcon.

Clovechok has represented the riding since 2017 before announcing his retirement in February. He has given his support to McInnis and the party.

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“I am truly humbled to have the opportunity to earn the support of our community and I look forward to bringing forward real solutions and new ideas to tackle the failing policies of the NDP,” McInnis said. “BC United is the only party with the track-record and ideas to fix the crises we are facing in health care, cost-of-living and crime — and I look forward to advocating for you each and every day.”

Calvin Beauchesne is the BC Green candidate for the riding while Jason Day is the Conservative Party of B.C.’s candidate. The NDP has not yet chosen its candidate.

The B.C. election will be held Oct. 19, 2024.

For more information on Scott McInnis, click here.