Tom Ikonomou

At the core of every policy I advocate for is the unwavering belief that government should work for the people, not against them. My policies are driven by three key principles: integrity, accountability, and common sense solutions that serve the community's best interests.

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Healthcare

Health administration

BC Conservatives's promise

Fund hospitals, health authorities, and non-governmental facilities by how many patients they treat, instead of in block grants

"Instead of simply throwing money at health facilities and hoping for the best (the “block grant” model), the Conservative Party will implement what has effectively worked well in European countries and Quebec – a policy known as “activity-based funding”.

This will see hospitals, Regional Health Authorities, and/or other non-government facilities funded based on their output – each time they treat patients for specific diagnostic and priority procedures, they receive additional funds. This approach incentivizes providers to be more efficient and treat as many patients as possible."

conservativebc.ca, retrieved 2024-10-08

Hospitals

BC Conservatives's promise

Fund hospitals, health authorities, and non-governmental facilities by how many patients they treat, instead of in block grants

"Instead of simply throwing money at health facilities and hoping for the best (the “block grant” model), the Conservative Party will implement what has effectively worked well in European countries and Quebec – a policy known as “activity-based funding”.

This will see hospitals, Regional Health Authorities, and/or other non-government facilities funded based on their output – each time they treat patients for specific diagnostic and priority procedures, they receive additional funds. This approach incentivizes providers to be more efficient and treat as many patients as possible."

conservativebc.ca, retrieved 2024-10-08

Housing & Homelessness

Housing prices

BC Conservatives's promise

Allow people to exempt $3,000/mo of rent or mortgage interest costs from provincial income taxes, starting with $1,500/mo in 2026

"1) Largest tax cut for renters and homeowners in BC history – $3,000 per month of rent or mortgage interest costs will be exempt from provincial income taxes. This will be achieved by issuing a tax credit worth 5.06% of eligible housing costs, equivalent to the rate of BC’s base tax bracket.

2) Immediate relief in Budget 2026 - by exempting $1,500 per month, increasing by $500 per year to the full level of $3,000 per month. This is a clear and long-term commitment to British Columbians who work hard.

3) A fair and fiscally responsible tax credit – The 2026 budget impact will not exceed $900 million, and we will design a targeted tax credit that ensures the relief goes to people who need it to get ahead in life." — conservativebc.ca, retrieved 2024-10-08

Biography

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Tom is the son of immigrant parents who came here from Greece over 60 years ago. They opted for a life full of risk and uncertainty and raised a family of respectable and hard working individuals. Tom has 4 adult children (3 boys, 1 girl) and has 2 siblings both school teachers.

Tom brings over 40 years of entrepreneurial skills, family values and his love for Canada's most beautiful Province.

Reason for running

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I spent the first 15 years of my life as a restaurant owner Feeding people, then I spent the next 15 years of my life (currently) in real estate sales Housing people, it's a natural transition to spend the next 15 years of my life as MLA Serving people.

I've succeeded at a high level in both previous and current careers, put me to work for you. On October 21, 2024 http://elect.tomikonomou.com

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