Conservative changeup amid party turmoil

Conservative changeup amid party turmoil

September 21, 2026 8:24 pm PST.

The BC Conservatives have a new interim leader, following Kerry-Lynne Findlay’s resignation after less than 4 months in the job. In his first full day in the role, MLA Lorne Doerkson has already welcomed back several MLAs who recently made their exit from the caucus. Angela Bower takes a look at how this leadership change could shape the path forward.

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