Father, we are grateful for MLA: Honourable Andrew Wilkinson and the experience he has working in various provincial ministries. May his lifelong passion for serving his fellow men and women translate well into his current ministerial responsibilities. May You grant him favour with individuals and organizations that will lead to strategic partnerships in creating opportunities for innovative and effective strategies that will have positive impact. May the Wilkinson’s family time continue to provide them all with love, strength and encouragement. We pray in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Andrew Wilkinson was elected MLA for the riding of Vancouver-Quilchena on May 14, 2013, and was appointed Minister of Technology, Innovation and Citizens’ Services on June 10, 2013. He is currently serving on the Legislative Review Committee and the Cabinet Committee on Secure Tomorrow.
Andrew is a former deputy minister of the British Columbia Ministry of Economic Development, where he was responsible for economic issues, trade and tourism. He has also served as deputy minister for Intergovernmental Relations in the Premier’s Office, president of the BC Civil Liberties Association, president of the BC Mountaineering Club and president of the BC Liberal Party.
Andrew worked as a lawyer in the Vancouver offices of a major, national law firm, where he had a special interest in green renewable energy development. Prior to being called to the bar, he was educated and licensed as a physician.
He is married and has three children.