[2] Lorne Doerkson has lived in the Cariboo-Chilcotin region for nearly three decades, developing strong ties to the community through his professional and volunteer work.
In May 2024, Doerkson announced his decision to join the Conservative Party of British Columbia, citing a closer alignment with the values and priorities of his constituents.
[6] Running under the Conservative Party banner, Doerkson was re-elected in the 2024 provincial election with 70.13% of the vote, defeating BC NDP candidate Michael Moses.
On environmental issues, Doerkson has called for enhanced forest management, wildfire prevention, and ecosystem restoration efforts, including reforestation and the reduction of glyphosate spraying.
Doerkson has expressed support for reconciliation with Indigenous communities through financial partnerships and collaborative initiatives, such as cultural centre's and resource development projects.