Five candidates. One leadership race. One big question: who will lead British Columbia next?

On April 28, Conversations Live brought together the five contenders in the race to lead the Conservative Party of BC — and potentially become the province’s next premier.

This timely conversation tackled the issues shaping B.C. today — health care, public safety, the economy, the environment, and First Nations relationships.

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BC’s critical minerals sector is at a pivotal moment. The opportunity ahead is significant.

As global demand accelerates for the materials powering EVs, batteries, and clean technology, the question goes beyond what BC has in the ground. How can we attract the investment needed to bring these projects to life?

This timely panel explored what it takes to unlock capital and move projects forward, including:

• How permitting certainty can reduce risk and accelerate timelines
• The critical role of infrastructure in making projects viable
• Where global investment is flowing and how BC compares
• Why offtake agreements and international partnerships are key to financing

The stakes are high. The decisions being made now will shape BC’s role in the global critical minerals supply chain for decades to come.

Whether you’re in industry, government, investment, or simply interested in BC’s economic future, this conversation offers valuable insight into where things are headed and what needs to happen next.

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Are BC mayors actually equipped to handle the biggest issues facing our province in 2026?

In this special edition of Conversations Live, we sit down with a powerhouse panel of British Columbia mayors to discuss the "nuts and bolts" of running local jurisdictions during a period of unprecedented change. From the provincial government’s aggressive new housing mandates to the "street disorder" crisis fueled by mental health and addiction, these leaders pull no punches about what is and isn't working.

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