Liberals Gear Up for Cumberland By-election

Liberals in Cumberland South seem to be preparing for a by-election following the departure of the deposed Progressive Conservative leader, Jaimie Baillie.

The Cumberland South Liberal Association has formed a search committee to seek a candidate, even though no by-election has yet been called.

The president of the constituency association says, “We will run an open nomination process, and are committed to putting forth the very best person to represent the residents of Cumberland South.” Scott Lockhart added, “It is important we keep the process open to anyone in Cumberland South who feels they can contribute. We encourage anyone who is thinking about running for the Liberal nomination to put their name forward.”

No date has been set for the nomination meeting. That will likely await the call for a by-election, and that is the prerogative of Premier Stephen McNeil.

Lockhart notes the by-election presents an exciting opportunity, “Cumberland South has an opportunity to elect a local representative to a majority government that has just started its mandate.”

Membership in the Liberal Party is free, and anyone wishing to vote at the nomination meeting can sign up at the party’s website. 

For details on the nomination process or eligibility, visit www.liberal.ns.ca.