Jon was born and raised in Southern Alberta. Jon obtained his undergraduate degree and a master’s degree in history from Brigham Young University in Utah. In 1998, Jon moved back to Canada to attend the University of Victoria Law School. After graduating from the University of Victoria in December 2000, Jon articled at Wilson King Law in Prince George and was called to the bar in February 2002.

Jon fell in love with Prince George and its friendly people. He and his wife moved from Victoria and call Prince George their home and where they live with their 3 children.

When not at work, his hobbies include fishing, woodworking, and politics. Jon is actively involved in the community and in his church.

Jon is a member of the Prince George Bar Association, the Canadian Bar Association and the Trial Lawyer Association of British Columbia.