North Okanagan-Shuswap MP Mel Arnold has announced he will run again in the 2019 federal election. -Image credit: File photo

North Okanagan-Shuswap MP Mel Arnold has announced he will run again in the 2019 federal election. -Image credit: File photo

MP announces intention to run

North Okanagan-Shuswap MP Mel Arnold sets sights on 2019 federal election

Federal Conservative Member of Parliament, Mel Arnold, today announced his intention to run as the representative for the North Okanagan-Shuswap Riding in the 2019 federal election.

“After meeting with the Electoral District Association board of directors, I am happy to announce I will be seeking re-election in 2019,” Arnold said. “It has been an incredible honour and privilege to represent the constituents of North Okanagan-Shuswap. I look forward to the opportunity to continue to serve.”

In addition to being North Okanagan- Shuswap MP, Arnold has also been appointed the roles of deputy shadow Minister for Fisheries, Oceans and Canadian Coast Guard, vice-chair of the BC – Yukon Conservative Caucus and co-chair of the Conservative Hunting and Angling Caucus.

“As we approach the next federal election in 2019, I will continue to stand up for hardworking Canadians and their families, especially those here in the North Okanagan- Shuswap,” said Arnold.

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