BC election results: Eby trails Conservatives as province votes today
The B.C. Conservative Party has secured a landslide victory in the British Columbia provincial election, unseating the NDP. Premier David Eby announced his resignation following the defeat, which was attributed to a poorly received snap election call.
Why it matters
This result represents a major political shift in a key Canadian province, ending NDP governance and signaling a change in regional policy direction.
Copy Link Email X Reddit Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr B.C. Conservative Party claims commanding majority in historic election win Conservative Party Leader Lorne Doerkson will be the new B.C. premier, while David Eby said he will resign as NDP leader
Join the conversation B.C. Conservative leader Lorne Doerksen gives his victory speech at the Conservative Party election night watch party in Vancouver, Oct. 24, 2026. Photo by Joanne Lee-Young/PNG/Postmedia Article content British Columbia’s Conservative Party won a commanding majority government on Saturday, securing a landslide victory that will see Lorne Doerkson take over the premier’s office from David Eby following a highly unpopular election call.
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