B.C. Premier David Eby reflects on nail-biting 2024 election [Video]

It was a year that saw David Eby elected B.C. premier for the first time, and lead his party to government for a third consecutive term.

But it was also a year that saw the B.C. NDP lose 10 seats from the previous election – even though six more ridings were up for grabs, thanks to redistricting – while securing a majority government by only the narrowest of margins.

CTV News Vancouver’s legislative reporter Rob Buffam sat down with the premier to reflect on the successes and challenges of the year, and what lies ahead for him and the NDP.

Sitting in his office beside a decorated Christmas tree, Eby said he learned a lot from his 2024 campaign.

“In that period over the election, I think I learned more than the entire political career leading up,” he said.

Reflecting on the incredibly close results, Eby said the main message …