BC United MLA Dan Davies Runs as Independent, Eyeing Possible ‘Power Broker’ Status

B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad speaks during a news conference in Richmond, B.C., on July 30, 2024. The Canadian Press/Darryl Dyck

Three BC United legislators who are now running as Independents in British Columbia’s fall provincial election could be potential “power brokers” in a minority government, says the latest candidate to dispense with party affiliation.

Dan Davies, first elected in 2017 in the Peace River North riding, announced his move on Thursday, saying that Independents could play pivotal roles after what could be a close contest between the New Democrats and B.C. Conservatives.