Sparks fly in B.C. Conservative leadership debate — who came out on top?
Candidates took the stage in Vancouver and engaged in heated exchanges as they defended their positions on private property rights, gender ideology in education, crime, and affordability ahead of May's leadership vote.
The second debate in the race to lead the Conservative Party of British Columbia took place this past weekend, and this time around, all five remaining candidates showed up.
Hosted by the Canada Strong and Free Network in Vancouver, the event drew well over 200 attendees, including several sitting MLAs, who heard the candidates’ positions and got a closer look at how each performs under pressure as some exchanges grew more heated between opponents.
Former MP Kerry-Lynne Findlay, political commentator Caroline Elliott, businessman Yuri Fulmer, former minister Iain Black, and MLA Peter Milobar each laid out their case for leadership, while also responding to criticism from their opponents.
The discussion also revisited key policy areas that have remained consistent throughout the race, including calls to strengthen property rights by repealing the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA), and tackling woke ideology in schools by repealing the province's Sexual Orientation Gender Identity program (SOGI). The candidates also discussed making life for British Columbians more safe and affordable.
Today, I recap highlights from several key parts of the debate and interview attendees for their opinions on who did best before concluding with my own opinion on who won the debate.
BC Conservative party members will be able to cast their votes between May 23–29, with the new leader expected to be announced on May 30th.
Drea Humphrey
B.C. Bureau Chief
Based in British Columbia, Drea Humphrey reports on Western Canada for Rebel News. Drea’s reporting is not afraid to challenge political correctness, or ask the tough questions that mainstream media tends to avoid.
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COMMENTS
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Angela Watt commented 2026-05-01 11:27:12 -0400If I were in B.C. I’d vote for Kerry Findlay! She was great!! -
Roman Kierzek commented 2026-05-01 11:04:37 -0400Well, I certainly wouldn’t support anyone that pushes for Dripa, gender ideology, land acknowledgements, and the infamous lie in Kamloops. -
Terry Krossenger commented 2026-04-30 22:58:32 -0400good job, I agree with you on your pick. Terry Kross.
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Bruce Atchison commented 2026-04-30 21:16:12 -0400I sure hope the best person wins. I remember the federal race where Erin O’Toole won. What a drastic disappointment!
