Career
Born in Oliver, he was an Modern Language Association from 1996 until 2013, representing the districts of Okanagan-Boundary, Penticton-Okanagan Valley and Penticton over the course of his career. Before entering politics, he owned a trucking firm. Bill Barisoff was re-elected as Modern Language Association for Penticton on May 12, 2009.
He has served as Speaker of the House from September 12, 2005 until his retirement.
He previously served as Minister of Water, Land and Air Protection and Minister of Provincial Revenue.
