# Tara Armstrong recall campaign in British Columbia

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/tara-armstrong-recall-campaign-in-british-columbia
> Updated: 2026-09-08T17:35:00.000Z. Sources: 60. Developments: 3.

In Coldstream, British Columbia, residents have initiated a movement to recall Tara Armstrong, the MLA for Kelowna–Lake Country–Coldstream. Protesters organized demonstrations to voice concerns regarding her representation, specifically citing failures to deliver on promises regarding healthcare and affordable housing. Critics also highlighted her legislative record, including a proposal to abolish the B.C. Human Rights Tribunal.

Armstrong’s political history includes serving with the B.C. Conservative caucus before co-founding the One B.C. Party. Following a party split in December 2025, she has sat as an independent. 

Following initial demonstrations, campaign organizers announced a temporary postponement of the formal recall effort to focus on securing the necessary volunteers and funding. To trigger the official 60-day signature collection period, the group must first receive approval from Elections BC. Campaign advertising sponsor John Plant stated that the petition would not be imminent, as the group aims for approximately 20,000 signatures to provide a buffer against audits, exceeding the legal requirement of 40 per cent of eligible voters (approximately 18,000 signatures).

As the formal petition remains paused, the ‘Recall Tara Armstrong’ group is shifting strategy toward increased scrutiny. The group intends to use an open letter to highlight Armstrong’s legislative record, specifically criticizing her for repealing the Speculation and Vacancy Tax and weakening rental protections. Campaigners allege that the bills she has tabled lack a realistic chance of becoming law and fail to address constituent needs regarding housing and affordability. The group further accuses Armstrong of engaging in ‘divisive politics’ after leaving the party that originally elected her.

## Claims

- A successful recall requires signatures from at least 40 per cent of eligible voters. (corroborated by 6 sources)
- The recall petition will not be imminent because the campaign lacks sufficient resources. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The required signature threshold is just over 18,000 voters. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Organizers are aiming to collect 20,000 signatures to account for potential invalidations during audits. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Once paperwork is submitted, Elections BC can take between two weeks and two months to approve the recall in principle. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The signature collection period lasts for 60 days. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The campaign claims Tara Armstrong has failed to fulfill her duties as MLA. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The campaign asserts that none of the bills Armstrong has tabled have a chance of becoming law. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The campaign criticizes Armstrong for actions that repeal the Speculation and Vacancy Tax and weaken rental protections. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- A successful recall petition requires signatures from more than 40 per cent of voters registered in the riding at the time of election. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Armstrong would need approximately 18,000 signatures for a successful recall. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The group paused its push to file a formal recall petition in August. (corroborated by 4 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-08: Tara Armstrong recall campaign seeks to increase scrutiny of MLA

Campaigners seeking to recall Kelowna-Lake Country-Coldstream MLA Tara Armstrong are shifting focus to scrutinizing her record on housing and healthcare while preparing for a formal petition effort.

29 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tara-armstrong-recall-campaign-shifts-focus-to-scrutiny

### 2026-08-19: Tara Armstrong recall campaign postponed to gather resources

A campaign to recall Kelowna-Lake Country-Coldstream MLA Tara Armstrong is on hold as organizers seek more funds and volunteers to meet the required 18,000-signature threshold.

38 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tara-armstrong-recall-campaign-postponed-to-gather-resources-1

### 2026-08-15: Tara Armstrong recall campaign draws protesters in Coldstream

Protesters in Coldstream are campaigning to recall B.C. MLA Tara Armstrong, citing unfulfilled campaign promises and controversial legislative actions.

37 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tara-armstrong-recall-campaign-sparks-protests-in-coldstream

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