The Association of Former M.L.A.s of British Columbia is a non-profit corporation under the Association of Former M.L.A.s of British Columbia Act. [SBC 1998]. For information about the Association's objectives, please see the page on Legislation. The Association is strictly non-partisan, regardless of members’ past or present political affiliation.
In addition to an annual dinner for Members at Government House, the Association:
Continues to produce Orders of the Day (OOTD), the highly sought-after Association newsletter. Ten issues of OOTD are released each year covering topics relevant to the major times and events in British Columbia history.
Administers the Hugh Curtis Memorial Fund which provides financial assistance to two participants in the annual British Columbia Youth Parliament.
Provides advice to the Speaker of the Legislature upon request.
2023/2024 executive officers
Dave Hayer, President (MLA, Surrey-Tynehead, 2001-20013)
Diane Thone, Vice President (MLA Coquitlam-Maillardville, 2005-2013)
John Les, Past President (MLA Chilliwack-Sumas, 2001-2013)
Patrick Wong, Treasurer (MLA Vanvouver-Kensington, 2001-2005)
Bruce Strachan, Secretary (MLA Prince George South, 1979-1991)
Penny Priddy, Chair Editorial Board (MLA Surrey-Newton, 1991-2001)
Directors: Ken Jones, Harry Bloy, Tim Stevenson, Ida Chong and Linda Reid