‘I am temporarily stepping away from my role… to look after my health’: Lore
Grace Lore, minister of children and family development and MLA for Victoria-Beacon Hill, announced her cancer diagnosis in a post on X on Dec. 5.
“Late last month, I was diagnosed with colorectal cancer,” reads the post. “This diagnosis was very sudden, and I am working with medical professionals to address this head-on, right away.”
Friends, some personal news I would like to share with you. #bcpoli #yyj pic.twitter.com/7VBuMKfZkN — Grace Lore (@GraceALore) December 5, 2024
Lore announced that she would temporarily step down from her role as minister for the time being.
“I am temporarily stepping away from my role as minister… to look after my health,” said Lore. “This file is so important and requires the full attention of someone to make the changes we need because kids need us to get it right.
“By stepping back, I will be able to focus solely on my treatment and recovery, so I can get back to doing this work as soon as possible.”
The minister plans to take part in key votes in the House to help maintain government “stability.
Lore concluded her statement by saying she is eager to return to her position as soon as her health allows.
“I’m committed to beating this cancer and getting back to work for British Columbians as soon as I can.”
BREAKING: B.C. minister Grace Lore diagnosed with cancer
