Power & Politics B.C. Conservative leader resigns to avoid a 'civil war'
Dec 4, 2025
Trevor Halford, the new interim leader of the BC Conservative Party and MLA for Surrey-White Rock, discusses strategies for stabilizing the party following John Rustad’s dramatic resignation to prevent a 'civil war.' He shares insights on uniting the caucus and potential outreach to departed MLAs. Patty Hajdu, Federal Minister of Jobs and Families, addresses the significant layoffs at Algoma Steel and outlines federal supports for displaced workers, including changes to child-care subsidies in Ontario, highlighting the ongoing challenges in affordability.
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Resignation To Avoid Party Civil War
- John Rustad resigned to avoid a damaging split in the BC Conservative Party and preserve party unity.
- Trevor Halford becomes interim leader and the party plans a leadership race within six months.
Plan To Rebuild Stability
- Trevor Halford says the interim leadership aims to restore stability and focus the caucus on policy not infighting.
- Party president Asha Esty hopes a leadership race will let members air differences and unite the party.
Keep Leadership Race Open And Neutral
- Trevor Halford declined to reveal caucus details and urged focus on future policy and unity.
- He will not run for permanent leader and will avoid endorsing candidates to keep the contest open.
