MEET THE CANDIDATES
Brent Sutton, Liberal Party of Canada
1. Tell us a little about yourself
I am married to Pat and have two adult children. My hobbies are music, reading, fitness, and politics. I worked in the airline industry for over four decades as a Customer Service Agent.
2. Where do you currently live?
I live in Calgary. As I was raised on a farm in Saskatchewan, I think I have a connection with the rural riding of Battle River-Crowfoot. I know the challenges that come with farming and small communities.
3. What is your political background?
I started to show interest in politics as a teenager. In 2019, I went to sit on an Electoral District Association Board in a Federal Riding.
4. What motivated you originally to run as a candidate in the federal election? What keeps you motivated to continue?
For learning and experience, engaging the voter and a close-up view of the electoral process.
5. As you see it, what are major issues facing the Battle River-Crowfoot riding and what types of changes would you advocate for as an elected member of Parliament?
Farmers’ access to new markets, costs of farming inputs, climate change concerns, and land management. I would advocate for agri-foods which entails production, processing, distribution, consumption, and related industries.
6. As you see it, what are major issues facing Canada and what types of changes would you advocate for as an elected member of Parliament?
Tariffs imposed by the US, balanced immigration, and being an advocate for growth in affordable housing.
7. What drew you to represent the Liberal Party of Canada?
To be active in the democratic process and my knowledge of the procedure and how to apply it to an election cycle.
8. Why do you think someone should consider voting for you and your party?
It is good to get new ideas to Ottawa in focusing on agricultural concerns and issues. Also, not to forget our towns and villages in tourism potential and economic benefits to our farming community.
9. Does your party have a plan for addressing President Trump and his tariff threats?
Get the tariffs removed ASAP and get a new free trade agreement that is enhanced and has protections against the parties violating the agreement as the US has just done. Being the catalyst for enhancing Interprovincial Trade.
It shouldn’t be easier to trade with the US than other provinces. If we address that, it could add $200 Billion annually to Canada’s GDP.
10. Final Word: Is there any lasting message you would like to pass along to members of our riding as we head toward election day?
Get out to vote as it is very crucial to the health and vibrancy of our cherished democracy!
