Laila Goodridge

Laila Goodridge wins Fort McMurray–Cold Lake seat with 68% of the vote in the federal election

Former Fort McMurray-Lac La Biche MLA Laila Goodridge successfully transitioned from provincial to federal politics, winning the September 20 federal election with 68% of the vote in the Fort McMurray–Cold Lake riding. The victory followed a busy six-week period where she became a mother to her first child, Eoghan, before leaving provincial politics and securing her seat in Parliament[1].

Laila Goodridge appointed Conservative shadow minister for families, children and social development

The Conservative Party of Canada confirmed that Laila Goodridge currently serves as the shadow minister for families, children, and social development, having previously held the role of shadow minister for addictions. She has served as the MP for Fort McMurray–Cold Lake, Alberta, since 2021, following her earlier tenure as an MLA for Fort McMurray-Lac La Biche from 2018 to 2021[2].

Goodridge advocates strongly for the energy sector after years working in Alberta's oil sands

On her official website, MP Laila Goodridge highlights her strong advocacy for the energy sector, citing her several years of work in Alberta's oil sands as a key part of her background. She resides in Fort McMurray with her husband Niall and recently celebrated the birth of their first child, emphasizing her passion for serving northern Alberta and fighting for families across the province and country[4].

Laila Goodridge's Facebook page shows 14,505 likes and 2,250 people talking about her

Laila Goodridge's official Facebook page, under the handle @VoteLaila, lists 14,505 likes and 2,250 people actively discussing her as the Conservative Party of Canada MP for Fort McMurray–Cold Lake. The page serves as a central hub for her campaign and ongoing communication with supporters in Fort McMurray[5].

Goodridge claims emissions cap on oil and gas threatens economic future of First Nations and Canadians

In an Instagram reel, Laila Goodridge argued that a proposed cap on oil and gas emissions would eliminate jobs and threaten the economic future of First Nations communities and Canadians in general. She stated that the policy would result in

Fort McMurray MP warns Liberal policies hurting energy investment and sovereignty.

Laila Goodridge stated that federal policies have stalled over $176 billion in oil and gas investment, undermining Canada's economic growth and energy independence. She called for the government to remove regulatory barriers and allow energy projects to proceed.