Kristina Loewen, MLA for Kelowna Centre, leads efforts in B.C. to improve rural housing and building standards as Opposition Critic.
A New Voice for Rural Communities
Kristina Loewen, elected in 2024 as the MLA for Kelowna Centre, has quickly emerged as a strong advocate for rural housing improvements across British Columbia. Representing the Conservative Party of British Columbia, she now serves as the Official Opposition Critic for Rural Housing and Building Code, a portfolio critical to the province’s development and equity in housing.
From Frontline Healthcare to Legislative Leadership
With over two decades in Kelowna, Loewen brings a deeply personal connection to her community and a unique professional background. Before entering politics, she worked extensively in real estate and healthcare. Her early career began as a care aide and evolved into serving as a doula, supporting women through childbirth. This community-rooted experience has helped shape her compassionate yet pragmatic approach to policymaking.
Focused on Housing Equity and Code Reform
As Critic for Rural Housing and Building Code, Loewen is committed to addressing long-standing disparities between urban and rural infrastructure standards. She is particularly vocal about the need to streamline building codes to ensure affordability and sustainability in remote communities, often overlooked in provincial development strategies. Loewen argues that updated codes and funding access are key to enabling safe, modern housing outside major city centers.
Serving the Kelowna Centre Constituency
Loewen’s constituency office continues to be a hub for local engagement. Located in Kelowna Centre, residents are encouraged to bring forward concerns related to housing, healthcare access, and provincial policy impacts. Her team is reachable via phone at 236-361-0679 and through email at Kristina.Loewen.MLA@leg.bc.ca. She also maintains an active presence in the Parliament Buildings in Victoria, advocating for her region and rural B.C. at large.
A Community-Centered Legislative Approach
Kristina Loewen’s political approach is shaped by both her personal experience raising four children in Kelowna with her husband, Andrew, and her professional commitment to uplifting underrepresented communities. With a strong foundation in service and advocacy, she aims to ensure that rural B.C. isn’t left behind in the province’s growth. As legislative debates intensify around housing and development, Loewen continues to push for inclusive solutions that reflect the realities of families across British Columbia.
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