Recent polls indicate the BC Conservatives are gaining ground. They are becoming the front runners. The BC Election 2026 remains a close contest. Voters are uncertain about their choice. David Eby has faced criticism for attempting to position himself as the political challenger in the province. Key quotes from the B.C. leaders' debate before the election have been analyzed. Eby acknowledged there were flaws during the only televised election debate. Doerkson sought to build trust during the debate.