Former lobbyists for major companies are running for office in B.C.

18 candidates have lobbied the government, some on behalf of oil companies and other major business interests

22 Oct 2026 • 5 min read

A person in a bright yellow jacket walks by a sign that reads "Voting Place."

People arrive for advance voting in Saanichton, B.C., on Oct. 16. A number of former lobbyists are seeking office in B.C.'s provincial election. (Chad Hipolito/Canadian Press)

Zak Vescera

Zak is a Vancouver-based reporter focusing on white-collar crime in British Columbia. He previously reported for The Tyee and The Saskatoon StarPhoenix.

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