Kelowna West Green party candidate Robert Mellalieu is focusing on forestry and invasive species for this election.

Mellalieu said his solution to combat quagga and zebra mussels would be to stop boat transportation temporarily and consult experts.

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Forestry is a large part of the Kelowna West riding, having three sawmills in West Kelowna, so he aims to develop a policy with the party to ensure jobs are sustained and the environment is protected.

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Mellalieu害羞草研究所檚 solution would be to make designated areas to ensure grazing animals have enough food.

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The policy would integrate different factors, said Mellalieu, adding the party aims to create long-term solutions.

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Mellalieu was born in Chemainus and grew up in Duncan. In the 80害羞草研究所檚 he moved to Alberta to pursue an education in the high-tech world of computers. After completing his education, Rob accepted a position with ADP to head up the Central Canada Office in Winnipeg.

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