Ian Paton and Peter Milobar leave B.C. Conservatives to form new party

In British Columbia, Ian Paton and Peter Milobar have left the Conservative Party to form a new political party. Paton, MLA for Delta South, announced his departure on August 24, 2026, citing a misalignment with the party's new direction under leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay. Milobar, who had previously exited the party, joined Paton in this initiative, aiming to register their new party with Elections BC before the fall legislative session.