PolitiCoast: The BC Politics Podcast

Economist Kevin Milligan joins to break down Budget 2026 and the state of the BC economy left for Lorne Doerkson. Links Follow Kevin Milligan (@kevinmilligan.bsky.social) Budget 2026 – Canada.ca What’s next as the B.C. Conservatives transition from opposition to government? | CBC News The post Supercycle appeared first on PolitiCoast.

Lorne Doerkson’s BC Conservatives won a massive majority with 48% of the vote and 63 seats (at time of recording), while David Eby’s BCNDP crashes to 37% in its worst result since 2001 (and second worst result since Thomas Berger). The Greens sit at 11% with two seats, and turnout is a bleak ~48% as many NDP voters stay home. Ian’s joined by journalist Shannon Waters and now ex-political staffer Patrick Meehan to breakdown what happened. We argue Eby never sold a convincing reason for the snap vote, looked opportunistic, and lacked a forward-looking “what’s next” pitch—while distractions like the childcare controversy and shifting rationales didn’t help. We flag tight races, the Greens’ limited breakthrough, and the risks for the new premier, including party infighting over his interim leadership status. The NDP taps Jennifer Whiteside as interim leader, Kevin Falcon resigns as BC United leader, and Patrick reflects on seven years as a government staffer now job-hunting after the loss. Links Read Shannon Waters in The Narwhal Follow Shannon on Bluesky Follow Patrick Meehan on Bluesky Elections BC results B.C. NDP knives were out for David Eby before the last vote was cast | Vancouver Sun Jarryd Jäger claims of BCNDP infighting over Whiteside appointment Diamond Isinger response to Falcon’s resignation The post Snapback appeared first on PolitiCoast.

Scott’s last episode before paternity leave coinciding with possibly our last episode covering David Eby as premier. What a world. Anyway, the polls are bad for David Eby, the Conservative platform is built on economic magic and maybe we’ll look for two leadership contests in the new year when Scott returns. And Alberta’s sticking around, for now. Links Go vote! Or if you’re late to listening, check for the results. BC Conservatives open up commanding lead over Eby NDP | Trending Politics Greens rising, NDP diving BC Conservatives lead as election enters final week – Innovative Research Group B.C. Election 2026: BC Conservatives lead slightly as two-way race narrows and campaign enters final days Sarbraj Singh Kahlon on X: Doug McCallum rallies with BC Conservatives / X Platform | Conservative Party of British Columbia Conservatives Commit to Building SkyTrain to Newton Town Centre BC NDP will work with Surrey to build SkyTrain extension to Newton 338Canada British Columbia | All 93 districts The Writ’s British Columbia Election Tracker Elliott, Gunn deny BC NDP claim they’re vying for Doerkson’s position Advance voting for B.C. provincial election down 11% compared to 2024: officials | CBC News Elections Alberta Alberta referendum live results | CBC News The post Beginning of the End appeared first on PolitiCoast.

The debate was bad. The platforms are too long, too short or too non-existent. But at least the Cons are smart enough to dump the Hitler comment guy. Links BC Leaders’ Debate 2026 NDP Platform: Build BC Strong – BC Strong Fiscal & Costing Plan BC NDP will advance Sooke’s Phillips–Throup connection BC NDP to connect people to new Cowichan Hospital with new bus route Eby to expand transit to get people where they need to go, faster Eby Outlines Next Steps for Forestry Eby pledges new B.C. shipyard, permanent manufacturing fund Eby’s BC Ferries Plan: Reserving Bookings for Locals | BC NDP Conservatives Will Fix BC Ferries Conservatives Will Crack Down on Gangs and Lock Up Violent Offenders Conservatives Vow To End NDP Election Chaos Conservatives Will Build a New Massey Bridge and New Hospital in Surrey Greens Platform: https://bcgreens.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/BCG_Platform.pdf 2026 Platform | CentreBC — A Balanced Plan for BC B.C. NDP Leader David Eby gets $10-a-day child care. Opponents are outraged | CBC News B.C. Conservatives cut ties with candidate accused of Hitler remarks – The Globe and Mail B.C. Conservative campaign director under fire for anti-Islam posts | CBC News DAVID EBY MUST FIRE NDP CANDIDATE FINED FOR CONCEALING INFORMATION FROM INVESTIGATORS | Conservative Party of British Columbia Judge dismisses B.C. NDP’s challenge of Green candidate in Yaletown | Vancouver Sun The post David Eby is no John Horgan appeared first on PolitiCoast.

We have candidates, policies, upcoming debates and more. And if you have an idea for a future guest co-host, let us know! Links 2026 Provincial Election | Elections BC Candidates | Elections BC CANWEST PARTY How to watch the B.C. provincial election leaders’ debate on Oct. 14 | CBC News Eby will take on grocery giants to protect families from rising costs To build B.C. strong, Eby will ask the wealthy to pitch in a bit more, B.C.’s Eby promises new tax on millionaires to help pay for health care BC NDP to double funding for public libraries David Eby’s plan will strengthen health care for seniors Eby to support small businesses through the trade war BC NDP commits to Jewish community security and summit to confront organized hate BC NDP announces new support for wildfire-impacted families, including those uninsured Fighting Wildfires. Protecting Communities. | Conservative Party of British Columbia Meet the BC Wildfire Service aviation fleet Conservative Platform: Delivering Essential Services and Cutting Waste at Metro Vancouver Safe Streets For BC | Conservative Party of British Columbia Supercharge British Columbia’s Economy Conservatives Will Cut Your Taxes by $1,000 BC Greens’ Fair Share Act would unlock $22.2B for childcare, transit, and housing BC Greens announce plan to end legislated poverty and address low assistance rates BC Greens announce plan to regulate AI and hold Big Tech accountable Data Centre Doubts: Two-thirds want them limited; fears over resource drains drive resistance – Angus Reid Institute Canada BC Greens pledge to close the inclusive education funding gap so every student gets the support they need BC Greens pledge funding for Community Health Centres in every riding, support for healthcare workers BC Greens announce plan to reform forestry sector, protecting forests, jobs, and communities BC Greens announce plan to support seniors BC Greens launch major platform plank, Economic Vision for B.C.’s future B.C. Conservatives plan to repeal no-fault insurance, leaked letter shows | Globalnews.ca BC Conservatives should level with voters on ICBC plans – Business in Vancouver ‘No excuse’: BC Conservatives fire Victoria-Beacon Hill candidate over social media posts B.C. MLA Brent Chapman drops out of race, alleges threats from Conservative insiders Richard Martel joins Conservative Senate group, returns to Conservative caucus | CBC News The post I’ve made a huge mistake appeared first on PolitiCoast.