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Wally Daudrich aims to prioritize building an oil refinery and increasing oil and gas production in Manitoba if elected as the MLA for Turtle Mountain. He advocates for sourcing all energy, including oil and natural gas, from within Manitoba, arguing for necessary infrastructure to support this goal.

Daudrich, who recently announced his candidacy for the Progressive Conservative nomination, emphasizes the need for rural gasification for homes and businesses and improved water retention in southwestern Manitoba. He received 80 percent of the vote in Turtle Mountain during the PC leadership contest but does not take this support for granted.

Daudrich's platform includes transitioning Manitoba from a 'third-tier province' to a self-sufficient region. He expressed interest in becoming the infrastructure minister if elected. The next provincial election is scheduled for October 2027.