My name is JL DeCosta
I’m running to be your Conservative Party candidate for Bow River.
I am the only candidate with experience in Parliament.
I will defend Alberta values in Parliament and put Canada First on the world stage.
Together, we can elect a Common Sense Conservative Government under Pierre Poilievre.


For nearly 5 years, I’ve been serving you in Ottawa as the Director of Parliamentary Affairs and right hand for Martin Shields, the outgoing MP for Bow River.
Together with Conservative MPs across Canada, I’ve advocated for Alberta’s interests and worked to hold the Liberal government responsible for their divisive, radical, and failed agenda.
I’m the only candidate ready to get to work on Day One under a new Conservative Government led by Pierre Poilievre.
About Me
I’ve lived in the Bow River riding for over 20 years. The last 10 years under the Trudeau Liberal regime devastated Alberta. I wanted to be part of the change.
I moved from my hometown Chestermere to Ottawa to work for you and represent Alberta’s interests in Parliament.
What I Believe In
I believe in freedom and fairness for all, and a government that works for Canadians, not the other way around.
Canadians need less government in their lives, not more.
How to Vote
To be able to vote for me as your next Conservative candidate, you must be a member in good standing with the Conservative Party of Canada & reside in the Bow River riding.
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