Since being elected to represent Vancouver-Kingsway in 2005, Adrian has forged a reputation as a passionate advocate for his constituents and their concerns and an effective member of the BC legislature. He has consistently raised awareness of critical issues and forced needed change in areas ranging from children in care, seniors, fair treatment of workers and protecting public health research.

A strong advocate for public health care, Adrian has served as Minister of Health and Minister for Francophone Affairs since July 2017. In that role, he has helped lead BC’s response to the continuing COVID-19 pandemic.

Before becoming an MLA, Adrian was the executive director for Canadian Parents for French, BC-Yukon Branch, a non-profit organization promoting language education. From 2001 to 2005, Adrian was a political commentator and journalist, writing a column for the Victoria Times Colonist and the Source, a multicultural newspaper in Vancouver. From 1996 to 1999 he was the chief of staff to former BC premier Glen Clark.

He also served as Leader of the Opposition from 2011 to 2014.

Adrian was raised in Vancouver and is a UBC graduate. He is married to award-winning poet and writer Renée Saklikar.

You can count on Adrian to do as he always has – represent his community with commitment, help his neighbours and constituents achieve their goals, and work hard for a better BC for everyone.