2026 Conservative Party of British Columbia leadership election

2026 Conservative Party of British Columbia leadership election

May 30, 2026

Incumbent leader

Trevor Halford (interim)



2026 Conservative Party of British Columbia leadership election
DateMay 30, 2026
Resigning leaderJohn Rustad
Won byTBD
Candidates8
Entrance fee$115,000
Spending limit$2,000,000

In 2026, the Conservative Party of British Columbia will hold a leadership election to choose a permanent leader to replace Trevor Halford, who became leader on an interim basis following the resignation of John Rustad. Rustad announced his resignation after a caucus revolt and internal party disputes on December 4, 2025.