Laila Goodridge
- Born
- Fort McMurray
- Education
- Bachelor of Arts degree from University of Alberta's Campus Saint-Jean
- Career
- Political adviser in Alberta's oil sands
- Political Experience
- Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) for Fort McMurray-Lac La Biche from 2018 to 2021. Elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta in the Fort McMurray-Conklin by-election on July 12, 2018. Appointed Parliamentary Secretary for the Francophonie on June 23, 2019.
- Notable
- Fluent in French. Was 38 weeks pregnant with her first son when she ran in the 2021 Canadian federal election.
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Business & Financial Interests
Before being elected as a Member of Parliament in 2021, Laila Goodridge served as a Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta for Fort McMurray-Lac La Biche and previously Fort McMurray-Conklin. Her career before elected office was primarily in politics and the energy sector. She reportedly worked as a political staffer on Parliament Hill for Conservative MP Chris Warkentin and also worked for Brian Jean during his time as leader of Alberta's Wildrose Party. Additionally, she has worked in stakeholder relations for a pipeline company in Fort McMurray.
Key Relationships & Connections
Laila Goodridge has documented political ties to several figures in Alberta and federal politics. She previously worked as a staffer for both MP Chris Warkentin and Brian Jean, who was the leader of the Wildrose Party and later a United Conservative Party leadership candidate. Goodridge succeeded Brian Jean as the MLA for Fort McMurray-Conklin after he resigned. When she ran for her federal seat, she was endorsed by the retiring MP for the riding, David Yurdiga.
Public Controversies
In 2022, Laila Goodridge reportedly faced public criticism after a photo circulated showing her in a vehicle with James Topp, a key figure in protests related to COVID-19 mandates. Topp had reportedly made controversial statements, and Goodridge's appearance with him drew condemnation from political opponents and some members of the public. Goodridge stated that she met with him to hear his concerns but did not endorse all of his views.
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Laila Goodridge won with 39,649 votes (80.2%)
Total votes cast: 49,466
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Do you know how many have been completed, yes or no?
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