The Ontario PC Party has confirmed that Tyler Allsopp will be their official candidate for the Bay of Quinte riding.
Quinte News first reported that Allsopp would be the candidate on Tuesday.
A candidate was required after long-time MPP Todd Smith resigned on Friday.
“Tyler is exactly the type of leader we need at Queen’s Park,” Premier Doug Ford said in a release.
“He’s ready to fight the costly Liberal carbon tax and will help us get it done for Bay of Quinte by widening Highway 401 and building a new interchange to help get people where they need to be faster. I’m proud to welcome him to our strong team.”
Allsopp is a Ward 1 Councillor who has been serving on municipal council since 2021 and is also chair of the Belleville Police Services Board.
He was also the long-time owner of Doug’s Bicycle in Belleville, which he recently sold.
“I am honoured to represent the Ontario PC Party as the candidate for Bay of Quinte,” said Allsopp in the release.
“Bonnie Crombie and the Liberals want to make life more expensive. They support the carbon tax, will raise the gas tax, and plan to bring back fees for renewing licence plates. I understand the struggles many families like mine face, and I will work tirelessly to ensure that communities across Bay of Quinte continue to get ahead.”
Quinte News had been told by one source that a by-election could be called as soon as next month, however, that has not been confirmed.
