Global News is projecting that Martin Long will take the riding of West-Yellowhead for the United Conservative Party (UCP).
The riding of West-Yellowhead is west of Edmonton. It encompasses Jasper National Park, Willmore Wilderness Park and the towns of Edson, Hinton and Jasper.
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Quick take
NDP member Eric Rosendahl was elected as MLA in 2015. On March 3, he announced on social media he would not be seeking re-election.
Candidates
NDP: Paula Cackett
United Conservative Party: Martin Long
Alberta Party: Kristie Gomuwka
Liberal Party: Zack Siezmagraff
History
The NDP took the riding from the PCs as part of their sweep of the province in the 2015 general election.
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