The Association of Former M.L.A.s of British Columbia is a non-profit corporation under the Association of Former M.L.As o.f 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 often held 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 AFMLABC Hugh Curtis BC Youth Parliament Fund which provides financial assistance to two participants in the annual British Columbia Youth Parliament.
Provides four annual scholarships to undergraduate students with an interest in political science studies at UVic and UNBC.
Provides advice to the Speaker of the Legislature upon request.
2025/2026 executive officers
Doug Horne, President (MLA, Coquitlam-Burke, 2009-2015)
Diane Thorne, Vice President (MLA Coquitlam-Maillardville, 2005-2013)
Dave Hayer, Past President (MLA Surrey-Tynehead, 2001-2013)
Richard T. Lee, Treasurer (MLA Burnaby North, 2001-2017)
Bruce Strachan, Secretary (MLA Prince George South, 1979-1991)
Penny Priddy, Chair Editorial Board (MLA Surrey-Newton, 1991-2001)
Ken Jones, Membership Chair (Surrey-Cloverdale 1991-1996)
Directors: Harry Bloy, Tim Stevenson, Linda Reid and Ida Chong