The Progressive Tory Party of Alberta is pleased to announce Aaron Conner as its candidate for the Athabasca-Barrhead-Westlock constituency in the next provincial election.

A resident of Westlock County, Aaron brings experience as a contractor working with federal departments, private companies and international commissions. Much of his work has involved restoring veterans' graves and installing  monuments to honour veterans buried in previously unmarked graves.

With years of experience running a business and leading work crews, Aaron understands the importance of practical leadership, sound decision-making and making responsible use of available resources. He believes the government should operate with the same commitment to hard work, accountability and respect for public resources that Albertans bring to their own businesses and communities.

Aaron and his wife, who have been married for more than a decade, are raising their two children on their Westlock County property, alongside a handful of animals. He values the strong tradition of neighbours helping neighbours that defines rural Alberta and believes the government should reflect those same principles: enabling professionals to do their jobs, supporting communities and making decisions that serve the public interest.

Grounded in Progressive Tory principles, Aaron believes Alberta needs a government that is accountable to taxpayers, guided by sound science and informed by the expertise of local professionals. He supports the approach being built by Leader Peter Guthrie and the Progressive Tories - a progressive conservative alternative focused on responsible government, reliable public services and respect for Albertans' hard-earned tax dollars.

As Aaron puts it:

"You work hard for your money. Your government should work just as hard with it."