Dale Aalbers Seeks UCP Nomination For Vermilion–Lloydminster–Wainwright

Lloydminster resident Dale Aalbers has announced he is seeking the United Conservative Party (UCP) nomination in the provincial riding of Vermilion–Lloydminster–Wainwright ahead of the next Alberta election.

Aalbers made the announcement earlier this month following news that current MLA Garth Rowswell will not seek re-election, opening the door for new candidates to represent the riding.

If successful in securing the party’s nomination, Aalbers would run as the UCP candidate in the next provincial election to represent communities across the large east-central Alberta constituency, which includes Vermilion, Lloydminster, Wainwright, and surrounding rural areas.

In announcing his campaign, Aalbers said he believes the region deserves strong representation that understands the needs of rural Alberta and the unique economic and social landscape of border communities. He wants to ensure that the voices of the region’s hardworking families, entrepreneurs, and community builders continue to be heard at the provincial level.

The Vermilion–Lloydminster–Wainwright riding has long been considered a stronghold for conservative politics, and Rowswell has represented the constituency since 2019.

Aalbers said his decision to seek the nomination comes from a desire to contribute to the continued growth and prosperity of the region.

“Communities like Lloydminster and Vermilion rely on strong economic sectors such as agriculture, energy, and small business. I want to work alongside residents and local leaders to make sure those industries continue to thrive.” stated Aalbers.

The UCP nomination process allows party members in the riding to vote on who will represent the party in the next provincial election. A date for the nomination vote has not yet been publicly confirmed.

Once the nomination is decided, the successful candidate will go on to represent the party during the next Alberta provincial election, which must take place on or before May 2027.

As the nomination race begins to take shape, Aalbers said he looks forward to connecting with residents across the constituency to discuss issues important to the region.