Michelle Lawrence. (Facebook photo)
Another candidate has joined the federal election race in Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound.
The Green Party of Canada confirms Michelle Lawrence has been approved as its candidate for the riding.
Lawrence, 30, is a mother and a registered practical nurse who lives in Owen Sound. She has been involved with various community groups in the area, including Neighborwoods North, Owen Sound Waste Watchers, Summerfolk, the Women’s Centre Grey Bruce and the Lake Huron Centre for Coastal Conservation.
“I am passionate about mitigating climate change, reconciliation with indigenous peoples, improving social determinants of health, investing in renewable energy, expanding local food systems, empowering youth, and strengthening our local economy around these things,” Lawrence says.
She is the sixth candidate to launch an election bid in Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound.
Incumbent Conservative MP Alex Ruff, Liberal Anne Marie Watson, Anna-Marie Fosbrooke of the People’s Party, Libertarian Dan Little and independent Reima Kaikkonen have also put their names forward.
At this point, Ruff is the only candidate officially confirmed by Elections Canada.
The New Democrats have not yet announced a candidate in Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound.