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WOW!! This is so well said, @iainblackbc. Thank you for standing by @PeterMilobar and Lianne, who is an absolute SAINT! This repeated pattern of behaviour has led me to move KFL to permanent fourth place on my ballot, just ahead of Yuri Fulmer.

I am the only candidate who has a BOLD Five-Point Premier's Plan. I am the only candidate who can unite the party and defeat the NDP.

NEW: BC Conservative leadership candidate @iainblackbc torches rival @KerryLynneFindl for failing her own conservative purity test with newly discovered donations to the federal Liberal party.

Today, I’m proud to stand alongside my friend of more than 20 years, the Honourable Yonah Martin, as she officially endorses me to become the next leader of the Conservative Party of BC and the next Premier of British Columbia. Yonah has spent decades serving Canadians with integrity, principle, and leadership. Her support means a great deal to me. We share a deep belief in servant leadership, and we both know that experience matters, especially at a time like this. I’m grateful for her confidence in the vision we’ve put forward, and in my Five-Point Premier’s Plan to get British Columbia Back on Track. If you’d like to learn more about my plan and how I will deliver real solutions for British Columbians please visit: iainblack.ca

💯 Bravo, and thank you to @PierrePoilievre and @CPC_HQ MP’s for this. I hope the government MP’s see the non-partisan wisdom in this and support it. Every step to restore B.C. as a destination for badly needed investment & job creation is a solid step, indeed. And good on them for calling out the B.C. NDP for deliberately giving government lawyers direction to withhold the crucial, and expected “extinguishment” legal argument when defending the interests of 5.7 million British Columbians. The NDP giving such direction is a betrayal of our citizens, and an utter abdication of responsibility.

As we celebrate the 40th anniversary of Expo, I was touched and humbled to receive a special email today; an endorsement from an elder statesman of BC, and an icon of Kamloops politics, itself. 18 years of distinguished service, serving under 4 premiers. A former Speaker of the Legislature. The minister responsible for Expo ‘86: the event that put B.C. on the global map and arguably paved the way for BC to credibly bid on the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Games. And a fine man, who “taught me the ropes” when I was the youngest MLA & youngest cabinet minister in Gordon Campbell’s government all those years ago. Thanks, Claude. His email follows. _______________________ I have been following the competition for the next leader of the BC Conservative Party very closely, and I have reached a clear conclusion. There is only one person truly qualified for the job: Iain Black. He has the knowledge, the experience, and the courage needed to bring British Columbia back to where it should be. It will take a strong and capable leader to clean up the mess left behind by the NDP. Anyone who takes the time to read Iain’s plan will see that he has addressed all the key issues. Government spending will be brought under control, an unnecessarily bloated cabinet will be reduced to what is essential, and there will be no more wasteful giveaways. I was in provincial government for many years, most of them at the cabinet table. When Iain joined us there, it was immediately clear to me that he had what it takes. The other candidates in the race are good and sincere people, I am sure, and they mean well—but the real question is whether they can deliver the results British Columbians need starting day one. Iain also has the character and acumen to navigate the province through future events we cannot foresee. This time, we must vote for the leader who can back up his promises with real action. Iain Black is that leader. His track record at the Vancouver Board of Trade, along with his many successes in the private sector, speaks for itself. I urge all Conservatives to take a close and serious look at Iain Black’s plan. I am confident that when you do, you will see—just as I have—that he is the leader we need at this critical time. Sincerely, Claude Richmond Ex Minister of Tourism (including Expo 86), Social Services and Housing, Forestry, Speaker of the Legislature, and ex-Minister of Unemployment and Income assistance.

This is Straight to the Point, a direct, unedited conversation with @iainblackbc where we cut the fluff and get into the hard questions, many of them submitted by you. Where do you stand on Iain after this? #bcpoli

DRIPA will be repealed, but EXPERIENCE MATTERS for what comes next. I am the only candidate who has contemplated and has the experience to deal with the next steps BEYOND DRIPA. Vote for me. Join a winning campaign. Let’s go! iainblack.ca

Two days. That’s all that’s left to help decide the future of this race and the future of British Columbia. This isn’t a moment to sit back and watch. It’s a moment to step in. Every membership matters. Every single one. In a race like this, it comes down to who shows up and who brings others with them. I’ve said from day one: experience matters. This is not an entry-level job, and we cannot afford to get this wrong. But none of it matters unless you’re in. If you’ve been thinking about it, this is the time. Join today. Bring a friend. Make sure your voice is counted. conservativebc.ca/black/

‘British Columbia does not need a learning curve - it needs leadership” - James Moore I am honoured to have the endorsement of the Honourable James Moore and grateful for his expression of confidence in me. As a former senior Federal Conservative Cabinet James understands what this moment requires. As he said, ‘Iain Black has the right mix of experience in government and the private sector, and I do not believe being Premier of this province is a rookie job. Experience matters - and Iain Black is ready.’ James and I share a deep commitment to getting British Columbia back on track - and that’s exactly what I intend to do. Please join our winning team and become a member at - conservativebc.ca/black/ #bcpolitics

Entry Fees PAID IN FULL - Moments ago, my Financial Agent dropped a cheque for $60k dated April 15, 2026. I am looking forward to meeting all of our members - old and new - as I travel the province over the next 6 1/2 weeks. Deadline for new members is April 18th at 5:00pm. Thanks to all my supporters and the many members who are taking action in this leadership election.

It was great to attend the Moments of Hope Gala hosted by @AbbyHospice and it was wonderful to celebrate their 40 years of compassionate care in our community! It was also a pleasure to hear that they have reached their Holmberg House Hospice expansion project goal!

Only a few days left to get your @Conservative_BC membership and have your say on who will be the next leader and Premier of BC. Proud to endorse @iainblackbc. Thank you for stepping up. My family and I are behind you 100%. 👇🏼

@KorkyNeufeld @iainblackbc @BoardofTrade Powerful endorsement from my longtime friend, MLA Korky Neufeld! Abbotsford is voting Black!

I am endorsing @iainblackbc to become the next leader of the BC Conservative Party! He has got experience that matters: 👉Former MLA and cabinet minister 👉Former CEO of the @BoardofTrade 👉Former CEO of Maximizer 👉Will repeal DRIPA and SOGI Iain Black can beat the NDP!

It is truly incredible to receive the endorsement of MLA Korky Neufeld a tireless advocate and a strong voice for Abbotsford West and communities across the Fraser Valley. He knows that experience matters if we are going to defeat the NDP. I’m very grateful for your support, MLA Neufeld. Together, let’s get BC Back on Track. Sign up to join the BC Conservative Party today. conservativebc.ca/black/

Let me assist in the clearing up the mystery: “Not me.” It is the obligation of the Opposition to hold the government to account. Given the current dysfunction created in B.C. by the NDP, “hold to account” = “bring them down”. I fully support our B.C. Conservative MLAs in fulfilling this solemn duty, regardless of how disruptive it might be on our internal contest to pick a new leader. The needs of our province are far more urgent. Our campaign's success in both selling memberships and raising money leaves little doubt that the broader population will support us in a General Election, to bring an end to DRIPA, SOGI, and get B.C. back on track. I will play whatever role is required (in a writ scenario) to propel our team into government. Bring them down.

When I am Premier, I will: 1. Bring a vote on the IHRA Definition of Antisemitism to the floor of the Legislative Assembly within the first 2 weeks of the next Legislative session – Either as the government or the Official Opposition. 2. Link Funding for BC Universities to Upholding the rights of their Jewish student body and all other religious groups acting peacefully. Require universities to enforce their code of conduct to protect students from bigotry and physical threats. 3. Immediately approve charges against Charlotte Kates and Samidoun as recommended by the Vancouver Police Department. Additionally, instruct the Attorney General to investigate other groups who have been actively partnering with Samidoun. 4. Adjust the mandatory Holocaust Education to be delivered in grade 8 and include an additional mandatory module about the evolution of antisemitism: From medieval to modern. 5. Provide additional funding to Jewish schools, places of worship and institutions to improve security, until the threat level comes down. 6. The creation of a Special Advisor on Jewish Community & Antisemitism. 7. Antisemitism training for law enforcement, politicians and public service employees. 8. Work with the Provincial Firearms Officer to ensure that licensed armed security can be employed to protect Jewish institutions. Together, we will get BC back on track - conservativebc.ca/black/

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