MIKE RIGGS – Here we are again, standing at the edge of choosing a path forward, and like always, people are dug in on their beliefs People are far more willing to work with you when they understand what you’re trying to solve

MIKE RIGGS – Here we are again, standing at the edge of choosing a path forward, and like always, people are dug in on their beliefs

People are far more willing to work with you when they understand what you’re trying to solve

alanforseth.substack.com/p/mike-riggs... #bcpoli #DRIPA

Opposition slams B.C. health minister’s hospital oversight as fatal incidents alleged As the premier came under repeated fire from the opposition Conservatives in the legislature, B.C.’s health minister was target number two Monday afternoon.

#BCConservative MLA Gavin Dew asked Osborne how many people have died in hospital hallways in British Columbia under her watch. She did not provide a number but insisted her #bcpoli govt is prioritizing healthcare.

www.ctvnews.ca/vancouver/ar... #bchealthcare

B.C. politicians call for attorney general to step in after DRIPA decision | Globalnews.ca 'I am at a bit of a loss, and I think all British Colombians are, is that we have a premier that has lost control,' BC Conservative interim leader Trevor Halford told Global News.

#BCConservative interim leader Trevor Halford: “I am at a bit of a loss, and I think all British Columbians are - we have a premier that has lost control"

“And I actually can’t even tell you who’s leading this province right now because clearly it’s not him."

globalnews.ca/news/1180914... #bcpoli

NICHOLAS HAMSON: Looking Beyond the Headlines in Politics -- there is always more happening behind the scenes

alanforseth.substack.com/p/nicholas-h... #bcpoli #cdnpoli

KRUGGEL -- No Howard, you're wrong
What prompted Lutnick's recent comments, now that we've got the background out of the way?

open.substack.com/pub/alanfors... #cdnpoli #USpoli #CanadaUSTrade #tariffs #HowardLutnick

WOODWORTH: Policy or Character? What I write and say can sometimes seem to criticize the character of those whose policy I oppose even without intending

WOODWORTH: Policy or Character?

What I write and say can sometimes seem to criticize the character of those whose policy I oppose even without intending.

alanforseth.substack.com/p/woodworth-...

#bcpoli #cdnpoli

KRUGGEL -- If the #BCConservatives want to win the next #bcpoli elxn, & I mean that's their goal, then the numbers tell us Peter Milobar is their best bet. That's just what the numbers say

alanforseth.substack.com/p/kruggel-if...

Hiring foreign workers for non-existent businesses | Darshan Maharaja

Between May 2018 & March 2026, 203 employers of foreign workers were fined a total of $ 9.04 million for various violations, incl. that THE BUSINESS DID NOT EXIST. ESDC needs to explain how they issued the work permits in these cases.

My latest article: darshanmaharaja.ca/hiring-forei...

#cdnpoli

COMMENT -- Public assets need to stay public assets. When they are privatized, residents can no longer hold the government accountable for their operation. Milobar reminds me of W.A.C. Bennett. I really hope he wins, because I truly think he can bring hope for the future, stability and sustainability back to BC

Milobar appears 2B the only leadership candid8 who wants to keep public assets public, & fix their financial operating structure to increase performance & efficiency - having watched him work within committee meetings I believe he can actually do it
alanforseth.substack.com/p/comment-pu... #bcpoli

That will be more than compensated for by those on the centre-right who will feel more comfortable voting for Conservative candidates

Moderation wins every time, no matter the label

alanforseth.substack.com/p/riggs-this... #cdnpoli #bcpoli #PierrePoilievre #MarkCarney

RIGGS -- This isn’t about being more pure, it’s about being more relevant Moderation wins every time, no matter the label

Moderation wins every time, no matter the label

alanforseth.substack.com/p/riggs-this... #cdnpoli #bcpoli #PierrePoilievre #MarkCarney

'Here we go again' after CRA pays out another bogus $5M income tax refund, agency insider says | CBC News The Canada Revenue Agency has paid out another $5-million refund to a single taxpayer, this time to a B.C. businesswoman, despite what it now alleges was a bogus return that included "illogical" and "...

'Here we go again' after #CRA pays out another bogus $5M income tax refund, agency insider says

'Falsified' return follows previous reports of tens of millions lost to scammers

www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... #cdnpoli

Who do you want to lead the B.C. Conservative Party? A new poll suggests Kamloops Centre MLA Peter Milobar has the greatest chance to defeat the NDP in the next election if he becomes the next leader of the Conservative Party of B.C.

"Among the five #BCConservative leadership scenarios tested province-wide, Peter Milobar continues to perform best at 39%— the only candidate who leads Eby,” said Quito Maggi, president and CEO of Mainstreet Research.

www.castanet.net/news/Poll/60... #bcpoli

Opinion: Avi Lewis has at least one idea Albertans should consider Opinion: Avi Lewis has at least one idea Albertans should consider

Most Albertans may not be inclined to pay much attention to the federal NDP. But there is one part of Lewis’ platform that deserves a strong second look, especially for Albertans who feel unrepresented in Ottawa — electoral reform.

calgaryherald.com/opinion/colu... #cdnpoli

Findlay says experience makes her best choice for BC Conservative leadership The former MP and federal cabinet minister visits PG

“This is not an entry-level job, with all due respect,” said Findlay.

"With the 5 of us left in the race, I'm sure they all care about BC. But nobody has lived and experienced what I have; that is so relevant to the issues we need to face today”

www.princegeorgecitizen.com/local-news/f... #bcpoli

COMMENT -- Before he died, Michael had lost hope. After years of being told that help was coming, he no longer believed his life could improve We were told he was not a suitable candidate for a bed because they did not provide emergency treatment

The coroner was struck by the number of encounters he had with health-care system, during which he was either turned away or provided inappropriate care. We hoped inquest would address critical questions; (they) were never answered
alanforseth.substack.com/p/comment-be... #bcpoli

Carney extends domination in BC, Milobar still only BC Conservative who can win majority The latest snapshot of BC shows the continued dominance of Mark Carney.

Provincially, all #BCConservative candidates tested did better than in March 2026, but Milobar remains the only candidate capable of a majority. Yuri Fulmer would almost achieve a majority jointly with OneBC.

www.mainstreetresearch.ca/post/carney-... #bcpoli

The NDP’s Broken Promise to Close a Big Real Estate Tax Loophole | The Tyee Powerful interests are exempt from the property transfer tax that homebuyers must pay.

The NDP’s Broken Promise to Close a Big Real Estate Tax Loophole

Powerful interests are exempt from the property transfer tax that homebuyers must pay.

thetyee.ca/Analysis/202... #bcpoli

How Joseph Trutch Set the Stage for BC’s Indigenous Policies | The Tyee The ugly history of land dispossession continues to emerge in political decisions today.

How Joseph Trutch Set the Stage for BC’s Indigenous Policies

The ugly history of land dispossession continues to emerge in political decisions today.

thetyee.ca/Opinion/2026... #bcpoli

COMMENT -- Before he died, Michael had lost hope. After years of being told that help was coming, he no longer believed his life could improve We were told he was not a suitable candidate for a bed because they did not provide emergency treatment

Before he died, Michael had lost hope. After years of being told that help was coming, he no longer believed his life could improve.

We were told he was not a suitable candidate for a bed because they did not provide emergency treatment

alanforseth.substack.com/p/comment-be... #bcpoli #addiction

MIKE RIGGS - As for whether Gordon Campbell’s endorsement will move the needle, that remains to be seen It has the potential to land as a real positive, and give Caroline added credibility with a broader group of voters

MIKE RIGGS - As for whether Gordon Campbell’s endorsement will move the needle, that remains to be seen

It has the potential to land as a real positive, and give Caroline Elliott added credibility with a broader group of voters

alanforseth.substack.com/p/mike-riggs... #bcpoli #BCConservatives

KRUGGEL -- The other story in last night's by-elections ... the #Conservative collapse

I am more interested in the collapse of the Conservative vote last night, and what comes next for the party

alanforseth.substack.com/p/kruggel-th... #cdnpoli #MarkCarney #PierrePoilievre

BRAD ZUBYK – BC is at serious risk of becoming a wasteland for economic growth All NDP MLAs bear responsibility ... every single one.

BRAD ZUBYK – BC is at serious risk of becoming a wasteland for economic growth

All NDP MLAs bear responsibility ... every single one.

alanforseth.substack.com/p/brad-zubyk... #bcpoli #bceconomy

Membership | Conservative Party of British Columbia Get Involved Four Year Membership WHY YOU SHOULD BECOME A MEMBER? Vote in leadership elections; Participate in your local riding association and stand for election to its Board of Directors; Attend an...

JUST A REMINDER: If you want to have a say in who becomes the next leader of the Conservative Party of BC, the membership deadline is this Saturday (04/18) at 5pm

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NDP caucus divided over B.C. premier's controversial plan to amend DRIPA | CBC News The NDP government is courting two Independent MLAs to support the premier’s controversial plan to suspend sections of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People’s Act. Sources tell CBC News a...

#NDP caucus divided over BC premier Dave Eby's controversial plan to amend #DRIPA

2 Independent MLAs say the NDP government has asked them to support the bill

www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... #bcpoli

KRUGGEL -- That two people per day are choosing to die, on their own terms, is not really a shocking number Would a terminal illness, where I'm going to be suffering day in and day out, be something that I want?

KRUGGEL -- That two people per day are choosing to die, on their own terms, is not really a shocking number

Would a terminal illness, where I'm going to be suffering day in and day out, be something that I want?

alanforseth.substack.com/p/kruggel-th... #MAid #IHA #bcpoli #cdnpoli

Does the Conservative Party of BC want to win the next election? To win the next election, BC Conservatives must win over the majority of those former BC Liberal / BC United members and supporters. People like me.

Does the Conservative Party of BC want to win the next #bcpoli election?

To win the next election, #BCConservatives must win over the majority of those former BC Liberal / BC United members and supporters. People like me.

alanforseth.substack.com/p/does-the-c... #PeterMilobar #CarolineElliott

EDITORIAL – Trying to solve the floor-crossing dilemma is a waste of time An editorial by Mel Rothenburger. CROSSING THE FLOOR is a wonderful thing if you’re the recipient party. If you’re the party losing a Member of Parliament, not so much. Just listen to C…

Cdn political parties are always on the lookout for potential defectors from other parties and if they become available, they never turn down the opportunity.

And it’s all perfectly legal. Yet three in four Cdns, according to a recent poll, don’t like it, 

armchairmayor.ca/2026/04/13/e... #cdnpoli

MIKE RIGGS -- A province that cannot reliably feed itself is not secure

alanforseth.substack.com/p/mike-riggs... #bcagriculture #FoodSecurity