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Party Politics in a Non-Partisan Role

If you take anything away from the page it should be that I do not believe political parties have any place in municipal politics. In fact, while I may appear 'conservative' I've advocated for 5 years that political parties should be abolished at the Federal and Provincial levels and all candidates identified as 'Independents'. I believe that candidates should represent those who elected them (in Red Deer's case, all residents in Red Deer) and not what a Party whip tells them to.
Updated: October 15, 2025

I asked ChatGPT how my political leanings were...

10/12/2025

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Kevin M. Klerks is a Canadian political figure whose views align with right-wing populism, combining fiscal conservatism, cultural traditionalism, and skepticism toward centralized governance. He first gained attention as a 2019 federal candidate for the People’s Party of Canada (PPC) in Huron—Bruce and is now preparing for a 2025 Red Deer City Council run. His focus on local representation, individual liberties, and opposition to federal overreach reflects a consistent right-leaning political stance.

During his 2019 PPC campaign, Klerks advocated for lower taxes, reduced government spending, opposition to carbon taxes, elimination of federal programs like the CBC, and reduced immigration to prioritize national sovereignty. He emphasized strengthening “Canadian traditions and culture” through community-driven town halls, encouraging newcomers to embrace these values. The PPC platform, and Klerks’ alignment with it, places him further to the right than the Conservative Party of Canada, appealing to voters who are skeptical of mainstream conservatism and federal policies perceived as intrusive.

Now in Red Deer, Alberta, Klerks is running for municipal office with a focus on fiscal accountability, urban planning, and decentralization of governance. He advocates for independent representation and critiques party politics, reflecting a libertarian streak within his conservative ideology. His positions—resistance to “political correctness,” defense of individual responsibility, and support for small government—align him with the Canadian right’s populist and libertarian factions, similar in tone to movements like the PPC or provincial “New Blue” style parties, rather than centrist Liberals or the New Democratic Party.

In summary, Klerks’ Canadian political leanings are firmly right-wing, blending fiscal conservatism, cultural traditionalism, and libertarian-leaning independence. While not officially tied to any party, his ideology is most closely associated with the People’s Party of Canada at the federal level and Alberta’s more populist conservative movements at the provincial and municipal levels, emphasizing rural representation, individual freedoms, and skepticism toward federal overreach.
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I hate Grok, but in fairness I asked it what it thought about me politically...

10/12/2025

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Kevin M. Klerks, a former 2019 federal candidate for the People’s Party of Canada (PPC) in Huron—Bruce and now a Red Deer, Alberta-based political figure, holds right-wing, populist views. Based on his campaign materials, website, and local news coverage (e.g., Goderich Signal Star), Klerks emphasizes fiscal conservatism, cultural preservation, and individual freedoms, with a focus on amplifying rural voices and critiquing centralized federal policies.

During his 2019 PPC campaign, Klerks advocated for lower taxes, reduced government spending, and solutions to housing affordability, addressing concerns he gathered from constituents. He promoted strengthening “Canadian traditions and culture” through community-driven town halls, encouraging newcomers to embrace these values in an open, unfiltered setting. His platform aligned with PPC priorities, including eliminating federal programs like the CBC, opposing carbon taxes, and reducing immigration to prioritize national sovereignty. He framed his candidacy as a defense of rural Ontario, criticizing federal policies for neglecting communities like Huron—Bruce.

Now in Red Deer, Alberta, Klerks is preparing for a 2025 city council run, focusing on local issues such as urban planning and fiscal accountability. His website expresses frustration with party politics, advocating for a House of Commons composed of independents to prioritize local interests over party agendas. This shift reflects a libertarian-leaning emphasis on individual liberty and community governance. His archived PPC videos and references to outlets like Rebel News highlight his continued focus on resisting “political correctness” and defending personal responsibility, while critiquing federal initiatives like gun control and progressive social programs.

In summary, Kevin M. Klerks’ Canadian political leanings are right-wing, blending fiscal conservatism, cultural traditionalism, and a push for decentralized, independent governance. His focus remains on rural representation and skepticism of federal overreach, consistent from his PPC days to his current Alberta-based advocacy.
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More clarity... reply to a question in an email...

10/12/2025

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​I believe in freedom, fairness, and common sense. Government should focus on the basics—running efficiently, being transparent, and staying out of people’s lives as much as possible. I believe in personal responsibility, helping others when we can, and giving everyone a fair chance to succeed. I support practical solutions over politics, innovation over red tape, and protecting our community and environment through balance and accountability. I think people know what’s best for their own lives, and government should make that easier—not harder.

​People have called me a small-c conservative, slightly right of center, populist, libertarian, and moderate—but none of that has anything to do with non-partisan municipal government. I’ve said since 2020, after running for a Federal Party, that political parties in Canada—federal, provincial, and certainly municipal—should be abolished. Elected representatives should serve the people who put them there, not a party or its agenda.

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Party following and Alberta separation?

10/2/2025

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People often get caught up in party politics, but that really has nothing to do with Red Deer’s municipal issues. Party politics has no place in municipal government. Yes, every politician has their own personal political leanings, but when they sit at the Council table, their responsibility is to represent all Red Deerians in a non-partisan manner.

Still, I’m happy to answer those questions when they come up. Lately, topics like “separation” and “what party do you belong to” are being raised far more often than they should. Right now, our focus needs to stay on Red Deer and the local challenges we face. The broader question of Alberta’s future is still more than a year away, and a lot can change between now and then. I’ll also be posting this on my website shortly.


QUESTION:

I see you're a die hard Conservative (federal). I won't hold that
against you.😉 I do wonder how far right you lean. i.e. do you support Alberta separation? Y/N

ANSWER:

First of all, I don’t consider myself a “die-hard Conservative” at the federal level. I have voted Conservative, but that was, recently, more about rejecting the Liberals/NDP, who in my view are too focused on social agendas like sexualizing children, overspending taxpayer dollars, and ignoring the voice of the people. I believe you should vote for the candidate whose platform aligns with your values and beliefs, not just because they carry a certain party label. In the last federal election of 2025, I did vote Conservative, but that was more to put an end to Liberal destruction than because I supported our incumbent candidate.

That said, the Conservatives did make a number of points during the campaign and in their platform that I agreed with, though I won’t get into those further here. Looking back, in 2021 I voted Independent, and in 2019 I ran myself as a PPC candidate. Whenever I take the political alignment quizzes, I usually come out right of center with a mix of libertarian and moderate views. Interestingly, when comparing the US quiz results against Canadian parties, AI often places me closest to either the Liberals or the Red Tory wing of the Conservatives, depending on the issue. These days, I prefer to simply call myself a “small-c conservative.”

Your question is not a simple Yes or No answer.

You’re asking a question with a lot of layers. The UCP — who have been the main force behind the idea of “Alberta sovereignty within a united Canada” (at least until Carney started riling them up again) — are United Conservatives, not “die-hard Conservatives.” If they were truly die-hard, they’d be backing Poilievre’s recent comments, which since January have basically called for a united Canada working together as one.

At the same time, the Alberta Prosperity Project, which has really been driving this discussion (and to my knowledge hasn’t even finalized what the actual referendum question would be), is doing what any movement that believes in freedom of choice should do: presenting all the options and educating Albertans on their rights and possible paths forward, rather than shoving a separatist agenda down people’s throats. Personally, I believe Ottawa has taken from the West long enough, and it’s time we stood up for what should be an equal seat at the table.

I consider myself a sovereigntist. By that I mean I believe Alberta has the right to determine its own political destiny — whether that means full separation, a special status within Canada, or simply much greater autonomy. Being a sovereigntist doesn’t mean I’m aggressively pushing for secession; it means I support the principle of Alberta’s self-determination. In short, it’s about affirming Alberta’s right to choose its own future and use the voice it has been denied for the last 100 years, and that position is better understood as principled rather than reactionary.

So, if in the end all you wanted to hear was a Yes or No answer to "Alberta separation from Canada" I would probably say "No". I think we should 'have our cake and eat it too' when it comes to dealing with the Federal Government.

I hope that answered your question,

Kevin M. Klerks
Candidate for Red Deer City Council
www.kevinmklerks.ca
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