NDP sweeps to power, ending 14 years of Conservative rule in B.C.
The New Democratic Party (NDP) has won a majority government in British Columbia, ending 14 years of Conservative rule in the province.
According to unofficial results, the NDP has won 57 seats in the 87-seat legislature, while the Liberal Party has won 41 seats and the Conservative Party has won zero seats.
"We did it, British Columbia," said NDP leader John Horgan in a victory speech. "We're going to work tirelessly every day to make life better for you and your family."
The NDP has promised to implement a number of policies, including a 15% tax on those earning over $150,000, a $15 minimum wage and increased funding for education and healthcare.
Conservative leader Andrew Wilkinson conceded defeat, saying that the results were a "resounding rejection" of his party's policies.
Reactions from key players
- John Horgan, NDP leader: "We're going to work tirelessly every day to make life better for you and your family." (Source: CBC)
- Andrew Wilkinson, Conservative leader: "The results are a resounding rejection of our policies." (Source: CBC)
Key policies
- 15% tax on those earning over $150,000 (Source: NDP website)
- $15 minimum wage (Source: NDP website)
- Increased funding for education and healthcare (Source: NDP website)
Resumen del autor
La victoria de la Nueva Democracia (NDP) en la provincia canadiense de Columbia Británica marca un cambio importante en la política regional, después de 14 años de dominio conservador.