FAQs About
LEADERSHIP
WHEN WILL THE NEW LEADER BE ANNOUNCED?
The new leader will be announced on May 30, 2026, at the Leadership Convention.
WHO CAN VOTE IN THE LEADERSHIP ELECTION?
Only members in good standing are eligible to vote. Purchasing a membership alone does not guarantee voting eligibility.
WHAT DOES “MEMBER IN GOOD STANDING” MEAN?
A member in good standing is a member who:
- Purchased their own membership properly
- Provided accurate personal information
- Passed verification requirements
- Is eligible under Party and Membership Rules
Only members in good standing will receive valid voting credentials.
WHEN IS THE MEMBERSHIP DEADLINE TO VOTE?
The deadline to become a member in good standing is April 18, 2026, at 5:00 pm PT. No exceptions.
WHEN ARE BALLOTS SENT OUT?
Ballots will be distributed no later than May 9, 2026, to members in good standing.
Ballot distribution does not mean voting is open.
HOW WILL VOTING WORK?
- One member, one vote
- Preferential (ranked) ballot if there are 3 or more candidates
- Voting is conducted through a secure online system
- Members must verify their identity before voting.
HOW IS THE WINNER DETERMINED?
A candidate must win more than 50% of the total province-wide points to be elected leader.
- Each riding is worth 100 points; except ridings with less than 100 votes are allocated points equal to the number of ballots received
- Points are allocated proportionally based on votes in each riding
WHAT IF THERE IS ONLY ONE CANDIDATE?
If only one candidate is approved by the nomination deadline, that candidate is automatically declared the leader, and no vote is held.
CAN SOMEONE VOTE ON BEHALF OF ANOTHER MEMBER?
No. Using another person’s voting credentials or voting on their behalf is strictly prohibited and may result in sanctions or disqualification.
WHO RUNS AND ENFORCES THE ELECTION?
The Leadership Election Organizing Committee (LEOC) and the Returning Officer administer and enforce the election. For further information, email leoc@conservativebc.ca.