Independent B.C. legislator Jordan Kealy charged with sexual assault, Conservatives c

VANCOUVER — Independent legislator Jordan Kealy is denying sexual assault charges that have sunk his expectation that he would be returning to the B.C. Conservative caucus.

The British Columbia Prosecution Service announced on Thursday that Kealy had been charged over allegations dating back to between Jan. 1 and Sept. 20, 2024, ahead of his election to represent Peace River North in October that year.

Kealy said in a statement that he was innocent of the accusation and would prove it in court.

“In the meantime, it will be business as usual, advocating for my constituents and region,” the statement said.

The service said special prosecutor Gail Barnes was

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