B.C. Election Sees Surge of Independent MLA Candidates

With BC United's campaign suspension, former party members and other independents aim to capitalize on voter discontent.

Forty Independent candidates, including five former BC United incumbents, are running in the upcoming B.C. election.
BC United's campaign was halted by leader Kevin Falcon, who shifted support to B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad.
Political scientist Hamish Telford notes the unprecedented number of incumbents running as independents could impact election dynamics.
Vicki Huntington, a former Independent MLA, believes voter discontent with traditional parties may boost independent candidates.
If two Independent candidates win, they could form a new party, potentially influencing the balance of power in the legislature.