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In this three panel photograph; B.C. Green Party Leader Emily Lowan, left to right, B.C. NDP Leader David Eby and B.C. Conservative interim Leader Lorne Doerkson speak at a Greater Vancouver Board of Trade event with the leaders of B.C.'s major parties ahead of a provincial election, in Vancouver, on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
By The Canadian Press

B.C. election latest: Voters go to the polls to decide next provincial government

Oct 24, 2026 | 6:34 PM

VANCOUVER — British Columbia is voting on its next government as the snap provincial election called one month ago reaches its culmination.

Here’s a look at the latest from polling stations and campaign headquarters of each major party as votes are cast and tallied across B.C.

All times are local.

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Supporters have begun arriving at the B.C. Green Party’s election night event in the Greater Victoria area, including outgoing MLA Rob Botterell.

Botterell decided not to seek re-election, clearing the way for Leader Emily Lowan to run.

He says he is proud of Lowan and the party’s campaign after NDP Leader David Eby called a snap election.

The outgoing MLA says people in his riding have told him they are “totally impressed” with Lowan’s poise and advocacy for Green causes, as well as her passion and vision.


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This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 24, 2026.

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