Victoria Harbour resident is looking to make the jump in to politics.

The local financial advisor and mother of two has entered into the competition for the Simcoe North Conservative nomination.

“Never in my life did I imagine that I would run politically,” said Crandell. “But I started noticing how much our entire lives are impacted by government policy. It effects the way our income is taxed, how our elderly are taken care of, the way our children are taught…it impacts everything,” said Crandell.

She has worked in both the business sector and social services. Crandell has spent time as an assistant director of 27 shelters, helping men with addiction. She’s been an anti-human trafficking advocate and has operated a number of her own businesses.

Currently, she operates a financial coaching company and helps people eliminate their debt and get back on their feet.

“Community is about hearing what people want and being that voice. If you are not connected to the people you can’t be a voice for them,” said Crandell. “I am running for the everyday hardworking Canadian.”