B.C. political parties ponder common issues after close vote, possible deals
VICTORIA — The election of a minority government in British Columbia already has political parties pondering common ground between them as everybody awaits the final results.
With more than 176,000 absentee ballots still to be counted by Elections BC, final totals are due by May 24.
The election Tuesday saw the Liberals win 43 seats, the New Democrats 41 and the Greens three seats, giving them the balance of power. A majority is 44 seats in the 87-seat legislature.
Premier Christy Clark said Wednesday she intends to form a government and is willing to work with others to stay in office.