Gordon Campbell is a Canadian politician who served as the 34th Premier of British Columbia from 2001 to 2011. He is a member of the British Columbia Liberal Party and was first elected to the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia in 1996. During his time as Premier, Campbell focused on economic growth, tax reform, and public sector management. Before becoming Premier, Campbell was the mayor of Vancouver from 1993 to 1996. He has also held various positions in local government and has been involved in several community initiatives. After leaving office, he continued to engage in public service and advocacy work.