Rod Taylor will not be seeking a seat in the Yukon’s legislature after all.

Taylor announced Sunday he is moving to Campbell River, B.C. to better manage the demands of a growing business.

His prior plans included seeking the Liberal nomination for the riding of Porter Creek Centre.

Last month, he told reporters that his family would be moving to Porter Creek from their former home in Ibex Valley.

He is currently the chief executive officer for the International Ecotourism Development Corp., a company that creates eco-resorts and provides consultation services to the tourism industry.

“The company is doing well and demanding more and more attention on a daily basis,” he said in a statement.

“Unfortunately, I am no longer able to manage those demands from here. In moving to Campbell River, B.C. the arrangement I have made will also allow me to spend a significant amount of time in Ontario as required, in order to spend time with my parents and provide any needed support in the future.”

It was a tough decision to make, Taylor said.

“I continue to believe that Sandy and his team are the best option for Yukoners in the coming election,” he said, referring to Yukon Liberal Leader Sandy Silver.

“It was a very difficult conversation I had with him last week because I know how much he has invested in building the party in recent years,” Taylor said.

“He was very gracious, and that is another example of the kind of person he really is. He is building a strong team and the party is in great shape heading into an election year,” Taylor said.

“ ... I am sorry I will not be part of the Liberal slate in the election.”

Taylor added he still intends to be active “behind the scenes” until his departure to B.C. this summer.

Silver said in a statement he is disappointed with this turn of events.

“As Rod always says, it is what it is,” Silver said.

“While personally disappointed, I know Rod is doing what is best for his family, and I wish him well.”

The riding is held by the Yukon Party’s David Laxton, who is also the speaker of the legislature.

Two nomination meetings have been set in the first week of March for the ridings of Mount Lorne-Southern Lakes and Whitehorse Centre.

Former city councillor John Streicker is seeking a nomination in Mount Lorne-Southern Lakes, while Tamara Goeppel has her eyes set on Whitehorse Centre.

A Liberal party press release also notes another interested candidate will be making her intentions known this week.