Kerry-Lynne Findlay.
Canadian politician
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Premier David Eby addresses US trade war threats while Kerry-Lynne Findlay runs a byelection in British Columbia.Well supported9 reports4 developments inside
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Kerry-Lynne Findlay resigned from the B.C. Conservative party leadership, and Lorne Doerkson was elected as the new leader.Well supported28 reports
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Findlay's resignation preceded Eby calling election, as Eby sought to capitalize on the Conservative Party's decline.Well supported8 reports
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Former Conservative Party members Kerry-Lynne Findlay, John Rustad, and David Eby are involved in current political developments, including Eby leading an NDP government against McInnis's party.Well supported8 reports
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The Conservative Party of B.C. faces political instability, leadership challenges, and defections.Well supported11 reports17 developments inside
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BC political landscape shifts as Peter Milobar returns to BC Conservatives and new party OneBC is discussed by Dallas Brodie and Elenore Sturko.Some support1 report
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Candidates, including Lakhwinder Jhaj, are contesting the byelection in Abbotsford-Mission.Well supported8 reports1 development inside
Earlier this month
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A B.C. Conservative leader lost confidence in Kerry-Lynne Findlay, who was the party leader.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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In the wake of political instability, David Eby has hired a campaign manager, while Lorne Doerkson has been appointed as the interim replacement for Kerry-Lynne Findlay.Well supported12 reports
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Leadership challenges arose in the OneBC party due to values misalignment, involving Tara Armstrong and Kerry-Lynne Findlay.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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Kerry-Lynne Findlay was ousted by party insiders, and Gloria Morgan is a new candidate in the riding.Some support1 report
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Political polling trends show Kerry-Lynne Findlay gaining support from defecting BC NDP voters, while the Angus Reid Institute tracked David Eby's approval rating decline.Well supported9 reports
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Eby seeks a mandate to protect BC against Trump's tariffs amid internal party turmoil involving Findlay and OneBC.Well supported13 reports3 developments inside
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NDP candidate questions the leader's viability following an interim appointment and legal opinion on the party's leadership path.Some support1 report
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Polling data released shows that one of the parties led in support, while voters expressed widespread disapproval of the current government's performance.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
One to three months ago
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Amid leadership turmoil, David Eby is now leading the opposition, while Lorne Doerkson and Peter Milobar have formed a new governing alternative.Well supported12 reports
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Kerry-Lynne Findlay held a news conference in Vancouver, criticizing David Eby and Peter Milobar, while announcing internal party changes.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Lana Popham made an announcement following Kerry-Lynne Findlay's resignation.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Political leadership changes are occurring within the B.C. government.Some support4 reports
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A leadership vacuum is pressuring potential government action within the Conservative Party of B.C.Some support4 reports
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Calls have been made for the leader's resignation due to ongoing issues within the party.Well supported10 reports
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Caroline Elliott was elected as the new leader of the Conservative Party of B.C., losing the contest to Kerry-Lynne Findlay.Well supported14 reports
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Multiple political figures, including John Rustad and Linda Hepner, were expelled from caucus amid ongoing leadership turmoil.Well supported30 reports
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The Conservative Party of B.C. faces political instability, leadership challenges, and defections.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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While leading the BC Conservative Party, Kerry-Lynne Findlay faced leadership challenges after Claire Rattée published criticisms of her leadership failures on Substack.Some support2 reports
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In British Columbia, Kerry-Lynne Findlay is leading the party, and Chris Delaney has been appointed chief of staff.Well supported13 reports1 development inside
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Elaine Allan served as executive director for Kerry-Lynne Findlay's party.Some support1 report
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The Premier has called a byelection in which the party leader is running.Well supported11 reports1 development inside
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Polling data shows sinking support for Kerry-Lynne Findlay's leadership, who also used Substack for party announcements.Some support1 report
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Findlay criticized Eby's government shortfalls while multiple MLAs defected from the party under John Rustad.Some support17 reports
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Under leadership pressure, several members including Teresa Wat, Ian Paton, Rosalyn Bird, and Bruce Banman lost their support from Kerry-Lynne Findlay's leadership.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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Kerry-Lynne Findlay insinuated that Teresa Wat was associated with the CCP.Some support1 report
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Donegal Wilson, who serves as an MLA in British Columbia, has announced that he has left caucus due to ongoing leadership issues.Some support4 reports
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A leadership crisis is underway following a confidence vote failure, where a key individual's voice ultimately decided the outcome of the Premier's leadership challenge.Some support2 reports
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Defections against NDP government leadership.Some support1 report
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Political defections occurred from the B.C. Conservative caucus.Well supported18 reports1 development inside
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David Eby's actions bought her a reprieve, while political figures criticized the viability of the leadership.Some support2 reports
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Kerry-Lynne Findlay successfully navigated a leadership challenge, which included Peter Milobar challenging her, leading to her replacing ousted leader John Rustad.Well supported22 reports1 development inside
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Scott McInnis defected from Kerry-Lynne Findlay's caucus.Some support2 reports
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Danielle Smith's party stability is questioned amid defections, while the B.C. Conservative party faces instability.Some support1 report
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A leadership challenge has emerged from defecting MLAs involving Ian Paton and Kerry-Lynne Findlay.Well supported9 reports1 development inside
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Political challenges led to MLA defections and staff changes involving Kerry-Lynne Findlay.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Kerry-Lynne Findlay is leading the Conservative party in Abbotsford, a city whose development is influenced by its location near the Fraser River.Some support3 reports
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Kerry-Lynne Findlay and Ian Paton are identified as prominent political figures and former legislators in British Columbia.Some support2 reports
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Rosalyn Bird's departure from the caucus led by Kerry-Lynne Findlay signals internal division within the party.Well supported5 reports
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The OIPC is examining transparency regarding directory removals, following an investigation into a government decision.Some support2 reports
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A caucus retreat was held in Penticton, involving Kerry-Lynne Findlay.Some support1 report
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Kerry-Lynne Findlay appointed leadership team members, including Macklin McCall and Brent Chapman, on June 29th.Well supported8 reports
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Peter Milobar was noted as a finance critic in an interaction involving Kerry-Lynne Findlay on August 6, 2026.Some support3 reports
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Eby chose the southern route for the Oil Pipeline Project, which threatens Delta Farmland, leading to criticism from Kerry-Lynne Findlay.Some support1 report
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Pete Davis, Kerry-Lynne Findlay, and Trevor Halford are involved in political developments, including an election, a stroke recovery, and a leadership endorsement.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A press conference involving Kerry-Lynne Findlay and Rob Shaw, where allegations stemmed from media reports, was held after travel from Surrey.Some support1 report
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Around Kerry-Lynne Findlay this week
News at the entities that move Kerry-Lynne Findlay most-
David Eby OperationalLorne Doerkson led the Conservatives to victory in the BC election, prompting David Eby's resignation.Moves Kerry-Lynne Findlay
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Delta StructuralAI agents are facing widespread issues, including Amazon blocking Meta's agent, and failures in travel (Delta, Amtrak) and finance (JPMorgan Chase) sectors.Moves Kerry-Lynne Findlay
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John Rustad OperationalLorne Doerkson is facing scrutiny as John Rustad sets a precedent and Mike Hicks is cited as a problematic candidate.Moves Kerry-Lynne Findlay
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Scott McInnis OperationalScott McInnis defeated Andrea Dunlop in an election for second term.Moves Kerry-Lynne Findlay
Connections
The 40 strongest of 95, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Sharon White Structural
A was a key staffer employed by B before B's election.
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Brent Chapman Structural
Brent Chapman is the husband of Kerry-Lynne Findlay.
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Lorne Doerkson Structural
Lorne Doerkson succeeded Kerry-Lynne Findlay as the party leader following her resignation.
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Peter Milobar Operational
The relationship is defined by intense political rivalry, leadership challenges, and caucus defections stemming from ideological differences.
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Linda Hepner Operational
The two individuals were involved in a high-stakes political leadership challenge, characterized by mutual criticism, calls for resignation, and direct political action.
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Trevor Halford Structural
Kerry-Lynne Findlay formally succeeded Trevor Halford in the interim leadership role.
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Conservative Party Structural
Kerry-Lynne Findlay held and currently holds a leadership role within the Conservative Party structure.
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Reann Gasper Structural
Reann Gasper serves as a paid staff member, including chief of staff, to Kerry-Lynne Findlay.
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David Eby Operational
Findlay and Eby are engaged in intense political rivalry, with Findlay actively challenging Eby's government on policy and leadership issues.
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Bruce Banman Operational
Bruce Banman actively challenged Kerry-Lynne Findlay's leadership, leading to caucus defections and shifts in her political roles.
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John Rustad Operational
Findlay and Rustad were political rivals who competed for leadership of the B.C. Conservative Party, culminating in Findlay expelling Rustad from caucus.
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Delta Structural
A served as B's chief of staff, establishing a formal, functional, and dependent working relationship.
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Rosalyn Bird Operational
Bird resigned from the party after leadership actions by Findlay led to a loss of support and subsequent criticism of the caucus leadership.
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Scott McInnis Operational
Findlay appointed and utilized McInnis in various capacities, but he eventually challenged her leadership and defected from her caucus.
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Chris Delaney Structural
A appointed B as chief of staff.
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Ian Paton Operational
Paton resigned from his party/caucus due to ideological misalignment with the political direction advocated by Findlay.
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Ian Paton Operational
Political association between the two individuals dissolved due to party misalignment under Findlay's leadership.
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Steve Kooner Structural
Kooner holds a functional role within the political structure represented by Findlay's sphere of influence.
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Kiel Giddens Structural
Findlay formally appointed and retained Giddens in a political advisory role.
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Macklin McCall Structural
Macklin McCall holds a formal political role, such as opposition whip or leadership team member, appointed by Kerry-Lynne Findlay.
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Lana Popham Transactional
Findlay's resignation directly preceded and triggered Popham's subsequent political announcement and leadership changes.
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Pete Davis Structural
Kerry-Lynne Findlay formally appointed Pete Davis as Critic for Mining.
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Teresa Wat Operational
Political rivals engaged in leadership challenges, political attacks, and electoral competition.
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Misty Van Popta Structural
Formal appointments were made by B (Findlay) to A (Van Popta), including Shadow Minister for Infrastructure and Deputy Whip.
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Brent Chapman Structural
Findlay appointed Chapman as a lieutenant.
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Pam Alexis Operational
Pam Alexis and Kerry-Lynne Findlay are actively competing against each other in a byelection.
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Ian Paton Operational
The relationship is a high-stakes political rivalry involving leadership challenges, defections, and competing political platforms.
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Pierre Poilievre Structural
A served as B's chief opposition whip during their political tenure.
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Tories Structural
A holds a leadership role within a specific caucus faction of the larger political body B.
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Chung Transactional
Kerry-Lynne Findlay hired Chung as director of operations and subsequently terminated the role.
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Caroline Elliott Transactional
The two candidates competed in a leadership race, which Findlay won.
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Brent Chapman Structural
Findlay appointed Chapman to specific political capacities, including stakeholder relations and shadow cabinet duties.
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Amelia Boultbee Operational
Amelia Boultbee's departure from the Conservative party was attributed to the leadership of Kerry-Lynne Findlay.
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Anna Kindy Structural
Kerry-Lynne Findlay formally appointed Anna Kindy as health critic in the shadow cabinet.
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Claire Rattée Operational
Claire Rattée actively criticizes Kerry-Lynne Findlay regarding her leadership and caucus management.
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BC United Operational
The two entities are engaged in active political competition for the support of voters.
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Substack Operational
Findlay uses Substack as a publishing platform for official party announcements, statements, and criticism of leadership.
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Chris Delaney Structural
Kerry-Lynne Findlay appointed Chris Delaney as chief of staff.
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Lakhwinder Jhaj Operational
Lakhwinder Jhaj and Kerry-Lynne Findlay are direct competitors in the Abbotsford-Mission byelection.
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New Democrats Operational
Kerry-Lynne Findlay is actively challenging the policies and existence of the governing New Democrats.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
2 eventsSeptember 2026
30 events- Premier David Eby addresses US trade war threats while Kerry-Lynne Findlay runs a byelection in British Columbia.
- Kerry-Lynne Findlay resigned from the B.C. Conservative party leadership, and Lorne Doerkson was elected as the new leader.
- Findlay's resignation preceded Eby calling election, as Eby sought to capitalize on the Conservative Party's decline.
- Former Conservative Party members Kerry-Lynne Findlay, John Rustad, and David Eby are involved in current political developments, including Eby leading an NDP government against McInnis's party.
- A B.C. Conservative leader lost confidence in Kerry-Lynne Findlay, who was the party leader.
- In the wake of political instability, David Eby has hired a campaign manager, while Lorne Doerkson has been appointed as the interim replacement for Kerry-Lynne Findlay.
- Eby seeks a mandate to protect BC against Trump's tariffs amid internal party turmoil involving Findlay and OneBC.
- NDP candidate questions the leader's viability following an interim appointment and legal opinion on the party's leadership path.
- Amid leadership turmoil, David Eby is now leading the opposition, while Lorne Doerkson and Peter Milobar have formed a new governing alternative.
- Lana Popham made an announcement following Kerry-Lynne Findlay's resignation.
- Political leadership changes are occurring within the B.C. government.
- A leadership vacuum is pressuring potential government action within the Conservative Party of B.C.
- Calls have been made for the leader's resignation due to ongoing issues within the party.
- Multiple political figures, including John Rustad and Linda Hepner, were expelled from caucus amid ongoing leadership turmoil.
- The Conservative Party of B.C. faces political instability, leadership challenges, and defections.
- While leading the BC Conservative Party, Kerry-Lynne Findlay faced leadership challenges after Claire Rattée published criticisms of her leadership failures on Substack.
- Elaine Allan served as executive director for Kerry-Lynne Findlay's party.
- Polling data shows sinking support for Kerry-Lynne Findlay's leadership, who also used Substack for party announcements.
- Findlay criticized Eby's government shortfalls while multiple MLAs defected from the party under John Rustad.
- Kerry-Lynne Findlay insinuated that Teresa Wat was associated with the CCP.
- Donegal Wilson, who serves as an MLA in British Columbia, has announced that he has left caucus due to ongoing leadership issues.
- A leadership crisis is underway following a confidence vote failure, where a key individual's voice ultimately decided the outcome of the Premier's leadership challenge.
- Defections against NDP government leadership.
- Political defections occurred from the B.C. Conservative caucus.
- David Eby's actions bought her a reprieve, while political figures criticized the viability of the leadership.
- Scott McInnis defected from Kerry-Lynne Findlay's caucus.
- Danielle Smith's party stability is questioned amid defections, while the B.C. Conservative party faces instability.
- Political challenges led to MLA defections and staff changes involving Kerry-Lynne Findlay.
- Kerry-Lynne Findlay is leading the Conservative party in Abbotsford, a city whose development is influenced by its location near the Fraser River.
- Kerry-Lynne Findlay and Ian Paton are identified as prominent political figures and former legislators in British Columbia.
August 2026
13 events- The Conservative Party of B.C. faces political instability, leadership challenges, and defections.
- Candidates, including Lakhwinder Jhaj, are contesting the byelection in Abbotsford-Mission.
- Leadership challenges arose in the OneBC party due to values misalignment, involving Tara Armstrong and Kerry-Lynne Findlay.
- Political polling trends show Kerry-Lynne Findlay gaining support from defecting BC NDP voters, while the Angus Reid Institute tracked David Eby's approval rating decline.
- Kerry-Lynne Findlay held a news conference in Vancouver, criticizing David Eby and Peter Milobar, while announcing internal party changes.
- The Premier has called a byelection in which the party leader is running.
- Under leadership pressure, several members including Teresa Wat, Ian Paton, Rosalyn Bird, and Bruce Banman lost their support from Kerry-Lynne Findlay's leadership.
- Kerry-Lynne Findlay successfully navigated a leadership challenge, which included Peter Milobar challenging her, leading to her replacing ousted leader John Rustad.
- A leadership challenge has emerged from defecting MLAs involving Ian Paton and Kerry-Lynne Findlay.
- Rosalyn Bird's departure from the caucus led by Kerry-Lynne Findlay signals internal division within the party.
- The OIPC is examining transparency regarding directory removals, following an investigation into a government decision.
- A caucus retreat was held in Penticton, involving Kerry-Lynne Findlay.
- Peter Milobar was noted as a finance critic in an interaction involving Kerry-Lynne Findlay on August 6, 2026.
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July 2026
1 eventJune 2026
6 events- Polling data released shows that one of the parties led in support, while voters expressed widespread disapproval of the current government's performance.
- Caroline Elliott was elected as the new leader of the Conservative Party of B.C., losing the contest to Kerry-Lynne Findlay.
- In British Columbia, Kerry-Lynne Findlay is leading the party, and Chris Delaney has been appointed chief of staff.
- Kerry-Lynne Findlay appointed leadership team members, including Macklin McCall and Brent Chapman, on June 29th.
- Pete Davis, Kerry-Lynne Findlay, and Trevor Halford are involved in political developments, including an election, a stroke recovery, and a leadership endorsement.
- A press conference involving Kerry-Lynne Findlay and Rob Shaw, where allegations stemmed from media reports, was held after travel from Surrey.