BC Conservatives Request RCMP Investigation into Voting Irregularities

The BC Conservatives are pressing for an RCMP investigation into alleged voting irregularities in the Surrey-Guildford riding, where the NDP won by just 22 votes. Concerns have been raised about 21 mail-in votes cast by residents of Argyll Lodge, a care facility located near a polling station, which the Conservatives claim may have been improperly handled. Elections BC has stated that it did not request an RCMP investigation related to these claims, and a review of the election is currently under way. Conservative MLA Steve Kooner criticized the facility's claims, noting discrepancies with Elections BC's established procedures regarding mail-in voting. He highlighted the potential violation of the BC Election Act, which could lead to serious legal consequences. The situation remains contentious as the Conservatives demand clarity on the election process and the validity of the votes in question.