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Tara Armstrong recall campaign in British Columbia

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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.

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