Recent polls indicate the BC Conservatives are gaining ground. They are moving ahead. The BC Election 2026 remains a close contest. Voters are unsure of who to support. David Eby has faced criticism for attempting to position himself as the political contender in the province. Key quotes from the B.C. leaders' debate before the election have been analyzed. Eby acknowledged there were shortcomings during the only televised election debate. Doerkson sought to build trust during the debate.