MLA Adam Walker ousted from BC NDP caucus, premier announces

Parksville-Qualicum MLA Adam Walker. (CityNews Image)

By The Canadian Press and Pippa Norman

Posted September 17, 2023 4:42 pm.

Last Updated September 18, 2023 6:31 pm.

Premier David Eby has announced MLA Adam Walker has been ousted from the BC New Democratic Party caucus.

In a statement issued Sunday, Eby says the BC New Democrat caucus conducted a thorough internal investigation after a human resources complaint was issued against Walker.

He says that the investigation found misconduct on the part of Walker, who was elected the MLA for Parksville-Qualicum in 2020 and is the Parliamentary Secretary for the Sustainable Economy.

The statement says he will no longer be a member of the government caucus or a parliamentary secretary.

It says no additional details will be disclosed as it is a human resources issue.

Walker did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

Earlier this week, Walker made headlines again for an unrelated incident, during which he tackled a deer to save his dog, Pluto.

Editor’s Note: This article has been updated to clarify Walker has been removed from the NDP’s caucus, not the party.

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