{
  "id": 5620152,
  "title": "Five former B.C. Conservative MLAs form new provincial party",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/five-former-b-c-conservative-mlas-form-new-provincial-party-5620152",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-04T18:30:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Global News",
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    "url": "https://globalnews.ca/news/12048113/bc-former-conservatives-new-party/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Five former Conservative Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) from British Columbia are collaborating to establish a new provincial political party, with the objective of launching it ahead of the legislature’s return in October. Rosalyn Bird, Bruce Banman, Áʼa꞉líya Warbus, Peter Milobar and Ian Paton have joined forces, constituting the team behind the un-named party. Milobar, currently serving as interim leader, revealed that their goal is to provide an alternative for voters who are discontented with the governing NDP but are uncertain about supporting the B.C. Conservatives. \"Our mission is to establish a credible, strong option for voters who are dissatisfied with the NDP and cannot envision voting for the Conservative Party of B.C. in the future,\" Milobar stated. The party is still in the process of finalizing its name but anticipates completing essential details before the legislature reconvenes on October 5. They aim to operate as an official third-party. Milobar emphasized that forming this party is not a hasty decision; rather, it is being carried out methodically and professionally. He also mentioned that he may contemplate assuming the permanent leadership role, though his primary focus at present is on building the party. Top priorities for the new party include affordability, the economy, healthcare, taxation, resource development, and land and property rights. Milobar reported an overwhelmingly positive reaction from constituents since the group’s departure from the Conservative caucus, highlighting the growing demand among British Columbians for an additional political choice. Other MLAs who have recently left the B.C. Conservative caucus include Scott McInnis and Donegal Wilson.",
  "summary": "Five former B.C. Conservative MLAs are forming a new provincial party they say will offer voters an alternative to both the governing NDP and the Conservatives.",
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        "title": "Five former B.C. Conservative MLAs form new provincial party",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/five-former-b-c-conservative-mlas-form-new-provincial-party",
        "published": "2026-09-04T18:30:41.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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