Nova Scotia's provincial election ended on a high note for its Progressive Conservatives (PCs), who defeated the governing Liberals.
So far, the PCs, led by chartered accountant Tim Houston, either lead or have been elected in 30 seats, compared with the Liberals’ 15 and the NDP’s 9, reports Global News.
Congratulations @TimHoustonNS and the @nspc team on a big win in today’s Nova Scotia election!
— Jason Kenney (@jkenney) August 18, 2021
Tens of thousands of Albertans have proud NS roots. I look forward to working with the future PC government to advance our provinces’ common interests & to be partners in prosperity.
Even if a majority government is not formed, the result ends the streak of incumbent provincial governments winning pandemic elections across Canada.
Twenty-eight seats are needed to form a majority government and end an eight-year run for the provincial Liberals.
NEW - The CTV News decision desk has called a PC win in the Nova Scotia election. Tim Houston will be the new Premier of Nova Scotia. All that is left to decide is if it's a minority or a majority #cdnpoli #nspoli https://t.co/eXlLpBShBV pic.twitter.com/7lohecwwDC
— Mackenzie Gray (@Gray_Mackenzie) August 18, 2021
The PCs unveiled big-spending platform with an emphasis on bolstering health care.
The incumbent Liberals, led by Iain Rankin, pledged tight-fisted fiscal conservatism and post-pandemic optimism.
The NDP made gains from the last election, increasing their seat count with wins in Halifax.
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