We give thanks today, God, for MLA Warbus. Thank You for instilling Your creative spirit within her. Thank You for her dedication to serving and supporting the people of her region and of British Columbia as a whole. God, we pray for continued blessing and inspiration as she serves the needs of those around her. Bless her to walk in paths of righteousness for Your name’s sake. God, we pray for blessing and protection over A’aliya and her family. Cover them with Your mighty hand. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Á’a:líya Warbus is the MLA for Chilliwack-Cultus Lake and the Official Opposition House Leader. She was first elected in 2024. Á’a:líya has a background in film, storytelling and communications on behalf of Indigenous peoples. She served as the Director of Cultural Communications at Stó:lō Xwexwilmexw Government, and as a Professor at Capilano University – Indigenous Digital Film Department. She is a multifaceted artist, and a community engagement advocate. She is a young mother of three school-aged children and a proud member of the Stó:lō Nation. Á’a:líyais the daughter of former Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia Steven Lewis Point, OC OBC (Xwĕ lī qwĕl tĕl), who also served as Tribal Chair of the Stó:lō Nation and Grand Chief of Stó:lō Tribal Council.