Listen Live

Leonard takes Courtenay-Comox

BC will have a minority government.

Following the completion of the final count – the electoral district of Courtenay-Comox was held by New Democrat Ronna-Rae Leonard, leaving the BC Liberals one vote shy of a majority.

Leonard says it’s been an interesting few weeks waiting for the final results.

“They’ve been wonderful because I have such good supporters,” she says.

NDP leader John Horgan says his party will continue to work to ensure British Columbians have a government that truly works for them.

“I’ve been talking to the leader of the Green Party and his team and I’m optimistic that we’ll be able to put together a framework that had a majority of support in the legislature,” Horgan says.

Leonard finished with a 189 vote lead over Liberal Jim Benninger in the riding of Courtenay-Comox.

Justin Goulet
Justin Goulet
News Reporter/Weekend Host - If you've got a news tip, I'd love to hear from you. You can contact me at [email protected] or call the news-line at (250) 331-4033.

Continue Reading

cfcp Now playing play

- Advertisement -

Related Articles

- Advertisement -

Latest News

Parks visitors can snap photos to help researchers track glacier changes

In addition to snapping a selfie during a visit to a national or provincial park, visitors are being encouraged to take an “Icy.”

B.C. jobs decline in July: Women and youth most impacted

British Columbia lost about 16,000 jobs in July, mirroring a broader national decline.

B.C. Greens say primary care report ‘a step forward’ but note rural gaps

The B.C. Greens say a new government report on the state of the primary care system is “a step forward,” but it highlights some gaps.

B.C. Ferries doubling saver fares when Horseshoe Bay – Departure Bay becomes reservation only

Horseshoe Bay – Departure Bay will change to reservation only in the fall, and BC Ferries is looking to make early bookings more affordable. 

Community gathering Sunday to remember mother, child killed at Comox Lake

After a tragic incident at Comox Lake last week, a community gathering has been planned for this weekend to remember those who died. 
- Advertisement -