Top Concerns of Kelowna Constituents According to Tracy Gray
Top Concerns of Kelowna Constituents According to Tracy Gray
Tracy Gray, Conservative candidate for Kelowna, has identified several key issues that constituents have raised with her during her campaign and tenure:
- Cost of Living: The most frequently mentioned concern is the rising cost of living, including higher prices for housing, fuel, food, and overall inflation. Many residents have reported difficulties affording basic necessities, with some seniors returning to work and young adults losing hope of homeownership[1][3][5].
- Crime: Crime in both residential and business areas remains a top concern. Despite some statistical declines, many residents and business owners feel less safe due to repeated incidents of break-ins, vandalism, and violent crime[1][4].
- Addiction and Mental Health: Issues related to addiction and mental health are frequently cited, particularly in connection with crime and public safety. Gray has advocated for more support and treatment options for those struggling with addiction[1][4].
- Desire for Change: Many constituents have expressed a general desire for political change, indicating dissatisfaction with current federal policies and governance[1].
- Support for Seniors: Seniors on fixed incomes are particularly impacted by the cost-of-living crisis, and concerns about the quality and accessibility of long-term care are significant[3][4].
- Other Issues: Additional concerns include federal tax increases, especially the carbon tax, healthcare shortages, and the need for more effective action against hate crimes and discrimination[3][4].
Gray has emphasized that she has heard these concerns directly from thousands of residents through door-to-door visits, community events, and surveys[1][5].
Sources
[1] Canada Votes 2025: Razor thin gap in race with Fuhr, Gray – Castanet https://www.castanet.net/news/Kelowna/547252/Canada-Votes-2025-Razor-thin-gap-in-race-with-Fuhr-Gray
[2] Thousands of votes still to count in Kelowna race between Fuhr, Gray https://www.castanet.net/news/Kelowna/547252/Thousands-of-votes-still-to-count-in-Kelowna-race-between-Fuhr-Gray
[3] MP Report: Year in Review 2023 – Tracy Gray https://www.tracygraymp.ca/mp_report_year_in_review_2023
[4] Meet Tracy Gray Conservative candidate for Kelowna https://www.kelownacapnews.com/local-news/meet-tracy-gray-conservative-candidate-for-kelowna-7926044
[5] MP Report: MP hears how rising costs affect her constituents https://www.tracygraymp.ca/mp_report_mp_hears_how_rising_costs_affect_her_constituents
[6] MP Report: A Challenging and Uncertain Start to 2025 – Tracy Gray https://www.tracygraymp.ca/mp_report_a_challenging_and_uncertain_start_to_2025
[7] MP Tracy Gray – Kelowna – Voting Records – Campaign Life Coalition https://www.campaignlifecoalition.com/voting-records/view/mp/province/id/16122/name/tracy-gray
[8] Tracy Gray: Basic services not being provided due to blatant … https://www.kelownanow.com/watercooler/news/news/Opinion/Tracy_Gray_Basic_services_not_being_provided_due_to_blatant_mismanagement
