Victoria MLA steps back from job to care for four-year-old son with brain tumour
Posted March 22, 2021 1:36 pm.
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VICTORIA (NEWS 1130) – The new MLA for Victoria-Beacon Hill is taking some time away from her job to be with her family and take care of her four-year-old son who has a brain tumour.
Grace Lore posted to social media about needing to spend more time with Asher while he is treated at BC Children’s Hospital.
“In February, we found a tumour in my 4-year-old son’s brain and so I have had to take a step back to care for Asher and my family,” she writes.
“I remain your MLA for Victoria Beacon-Hill but am relying on the incredible support of my staff, the public service and my colleagues for stepping up to make sure my community is cared for while I take care of my family during this difficult time,” she adds.
Lore expressed her gratitude for the support their family has received so far.
“To neighbours, friends, and family, who’ve delivered food and more – thank you. And to all British Columbians – you’ve kept COVID under control by missing the things you love so that we can keep each other and our families safe – thank you! Please keep it up, we’re almost there,” she adds.
Lore was elected in October in the riding formerly held by Carole James, who decided not to run again after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease.
