What people are saying about the B.C. election campaign

The snap election in British Columbia has concluded, with Lorne Deorkson's Conservatives emerging victorious. Notable figures have offered their perspectives on the campaign.

Former federal Conservative cabinet minister Stockwell Day praised the Conservative strategy, stating that people simply wanted to return to normal. He believes the other aspect of their approach was to observe Emily Eby's campaign activities, which appears to have been effective.

Emily Lowan, the Green Party's leader, received accolades from Rob Botterell, a former Green Party MLA. Botterell expressed pride in Lowan's campaign, noting that people in her riding are impressed by her poise, advocacy, passion, and vision.

Brian Gardiner, the former NDP provincial director, acknowledged that Deorkson faced a stronger opponent compared to the previous campaign. Gardiner believes the Conservatives' campaign was far superior to the one run two years ago. While he suggested waiting a few more weeks to assess the outcomes of municipal races and the Conservative leadership, he ultimately commended the campaign's readiness to proceed.