John HorganB次元官网网址檚 decision to step down as premier has garnered praise from Sooke politicians and community leaders.

Horgan announced on June 28 that he would relinquish his position as premier of B.C. following a provincial NDP leadership convention in the fall because of concerns for his health, a drop in his energy level and a desire to spend more time with his family.

Horgan, who recently completed 35 radiation treatments for throat cancer during the winter and is now cancer-free - will continue to serve as MLA for Langford-Juan de Fuca until the next provincial election on Oct. 19, 2024.

Sooke Mayor Maja Tait said Horgan would be sorely missed.

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Tait also appreciates that despite his busy schedule, Horgan always managed to attend important events in the community, citing the recent Tale of the Whale event at Edward Milne Community School as just one example of many.

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Juan de Fuca Electoral Area Director Mike Hicks said he was sad to see Horgan leave, regarding his service as an MLA, premier and representative for the electoral area.

B次元官网网址淗e has been the greatest representative for us in provincial government ever,B次元官网网址� Hicks said. B次元官网网址淚B次元官网网址檓 sorry to lose him in that capacity, but IB次元官网网址檓 happy for him and that heB次元官网网址檚 taking care of himself and Ellie. I really appreciated having the premier of B.C. as our representative and liaison. ItB次元官网网址檚 been so beneficial for my constituents.B次元官网网址�

Ravi Parmar, chair of the Sooke School District board, said Horgan made a lasting impression on him the first time he met him years ago when Horgan visited ParmarB次元官网网址檚 Grade 5 class.

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