Greens-NDP agree to form B.C. minority government
VICTORIA — British Columbia’s New Democrat and Green party leaders shook hands Monday in the legislature on a deal to pave the way for the formation of a new minority government, but Premier Christy Clark signalled she wasn’t ready to immediately release her grip on power.
NDP Leader John Horgan and Andrew Weaver of the Greens said the deal between the parties would allow for a stable minority government for the next four years.
A Green party team has been negotiating with the NDP and the Clark’s Liberals since the May 9 election didn’t produce a clear winner.
At a news conference outside the gates of the legislative chamber Monday, Weaver said the two parties are committed to showing they can work together and provide certainty for the province.