Corner Brook MHA Gerry Byrne is out, Pat Hickey and Jim Parsons vying for the Liberal nomination

    Friday, 18 July 2025 06:00

    By Tonya Organ

    So far, two people have announced their intention to be the Liberal candidate for Corner Brook in the upcoming provincial election. Pat Hickey and Jim Parsons announced their intentions yesterday.

    In a statement yesterday written from his perspective, the son of Gerry Byrne spoke about his father’s retirement.  He says “Being the son of a Politician hasn’t always been easy, often baring the harsh realities of political life but there’s no prouder son than I am for his contributions to this Country, Province and the City of Corner Brook.” So far, two people have announced their intention to be the Liberal candidate for Corner Brook in the upcoming provincial election. Pat Hickey and Jim Parsons announced their intentions yesterday. Byrne says his support is going to Hickey. Pat Hickey is a long time resident, business owner and employer all while being an active member of the Liberal Party. He says the biggest issue for people now is the rising cost of everything. Corner Brook Mayor Jim Parsons is also seeking the nomination and says for the past eight years as mayor, he’s learned what matters most to the people of this city—He  says he’s ready for the race. A provincial election must take place before october 14th

     

     

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