Kootenay-Monashee and Kootenay West Election Results
Analyzing regional election data provides critical insights into voter behavior and political shifts. In the Kootenay-Monashee and Kootenay West regions, the New Democratic Party (NDP) has maintained a significant presence, though the margins of victory and expenditure patterns vary across different electoral cycles.
Kootenay-Monashee Electoral Performance
In the Kootenay-Monashee district, Steve Morissette of the New Democratic Party secured a victory with 10,202 votes, representing 52.04% of the total valid vote. Despite the win, this represented a decrease of 10.9% compared to previous benchmarks. The Conservative candidate, Glen Byle, saw a substantial increase of 30.4%, capturing 38.85% of the vote with 7,616 votes.
The Green Party, represented by Donovan Cavers, received 1,785 votes (9.11%), reflecting an 8.3% decline. Voter turnout for this district stood at 60.02%, with 19,646 voters participating out of 32,732 registered voters.
[ไม่มีภาพประกอบ]Financial Expenditures in Kootenay-Monashee
Campaign spending showed a stark contrast between the leading parties. Steve Morissette (NDP) spent $37,605.09, while Glen Byle (Conservative) spent significantly less at $5,091.08. Donovan Cavers (Green) reported $0.00 in expenditures.
Kootenay West Electoral Trends
Kootenay West has seen consistent leadership under Katrine Conroy of the New Democratic Party across multiple election cycles. Her performance has remained strong, often exceeding 60% of the total vote share.
In one recorded cycle, Conroy secured 61.15% of the vote (10,822 votes), followed by Andrew Duncan of the Green Party with 17.18% (3,040 votes) and Corbin Kelley of the Liberal Party with 11.16% (1,975 votes). Other candidates included Glen Byle (Conservative) and independents Ed Varney and Fletcher Quince.
In subsequent contests, Conroy's vote share fluctuated slightly, recording 59.64% (11,297 votes) and 63.01% (11,349 votes) in different periods. In the most recent data provided, she achieved 66.65% of the vote with 12,126 votes, facing her strongest opposition from Liberal candidate Brenda Binnie, who earned 22.38% (4,072 votes).
[ไม่มีภาพประกอบ]Key Facts
- Dominant Party: The New Democratic Party (NDP) held victories in both Kootenay-Monashee and Kootenay West.
- Highest Vote Share: Katrine Conroy achieved a peak of 66.65% in Kootenay West.
- Voter Turnout: Turnout in Kootenay-Monashee was 60.02%, while Kootenay West varied between 56.92% and 60.78%.
- Spending Variance: Campaign expenditures ranged from $0.00 (Green Party, Kootenay-Monashee) to over $75,000 (NDP, Kootenay West).
- Rejected Ballots: Rejected ballots remained low, typically under 0.5% of the total.
Comparative Election Summary
The following table summarizes the results for the primary candidates in the highlighted districts.
| District | Winning Candidate | Party | Vote % | Expenditures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kootenay-Monashee | Steve Morissette | NDP | 52.04% | $37,605.09 |
| Kootenay West (Cycle A) | Katrine Conroy | NDP | 61.15% | $28,778.63 |
| Kootenay West (Cycle B) | Katrine Conroy | NDP | 59.64% | $37,247.00 |
| Kootenay West (Cycle C) | Katrine Conroy | NDP | 63.01% | $75,493.00 |
| Kootenay West (Cycle D) | Katrine Conroy | NDP | 66.65% | $56,860.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the Kootenay-Monashee seat?
Steve Morissette of the New Democratic Party won the seat with 10,202 votes, accounting for 52.04% of the valid votes.
How has Katrine Conroy's performance trended in Kootenay West?
Katrine Conroy has consistently won Kootenay West, with her vote share ranging from 59.64% to a high of 66.65% across different election cycles.
What was the voter turnout in Kootenay-Monashee?
The voter turnout was 60.02%, with 19,646 people voting out of 32,732 registered voters.
Which party had the lowest expenditure in Kootenay-Monashee?
The Green Party, represented by Donovan Cavers, had the lowest expenditure, reporting $0.00.
What is a "notional hold" in the context of these results?
A notional hold occurs when a party retains a seat that was previously held by them, even if the boundaries of the electoral district were redistributed or changed.