Jordan Kealy is a Canadian politician serving as a member of the

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(MLA) since

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. Originally elected as a member of the

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, he represents the electoral district of Peace River North. He now sits as an Independent.

Early life and career

Kealy is a farmer and mechanic by profession. Prior to his election, he served as a regional director on the

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Board from 2022 until his resignation on November 6, 2024 after his election as an MLA.

Provincial politics

In November 2023, Kealy became the

nominee for Peace River North. In October 2024, Kealy defeated incumbent MLA Dan Davies, formerly of the

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party, in the British Columbia general election. In March 2025, he left the Conservative Party to sit as an Independent, after the MLA for

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, was ejected from the Conservative Party for making offensive comments towards survivors of residential schools.

Political views

Chemtrails

Kealy made multiple social media posts in support of the

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. A post made by his farm's Facebook account claimed that the government was using the "chemtrails" to control the weather. The day before the election, Kealy noted that aviation is under

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in response to questions if he was going to "stop the chemtrails".

Healthcare

After a July 2024 emergency department closure in

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, Kealey criticized both the

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and

parties for failing to expand healthcare as the population grew. Kealey suggested getting rid of

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mandates and allowing private health services.

Electoral record

References

External links

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Legislative Assembly of British Columbia page
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