Saanich North and the Islands
Rob Botterell (Green) won Saanich North and the Islands in the October 19, 2024 BC election with 36.15% of the vote, 1,350 votes ahead of Sarah Riddell (NDP). Turnout was 68.95%.
2024 election results in Saanich North and the Islands
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rob Botterell | Green | 12,308 | 36.15% | Elected |
| Sarah Riddell | NDP | 10,958 | 32.19% | |
| David Busch | Conservative | 10,145 | 29.80% | |
| Amy Haysom | Independent | 635 | 1.87% |
Source: Elections BC Statement of Votes, October 19, 2024. * Member of the 42nd Parliament (a sitting or former MLA at the time). The winner is the candidate with the most votes.
Key numbers
In Saanich North and the Islands at the close of voting.
34,046 valid and 41 rejected ballots.
10.50 points above the province-wide 58.45%.
How close was it?
Saanich North and the Islands ranks 21 of 93 among the closest races in 2024 (1 is the closest). The winning margin was 1,350 votes (3.96 percentage points); it would have taken 676 voters switching from Rob Botterell to Sarah Riddell to flip the result. Province-wide the Green took 8.24% of the vote, compared with 36.15% here.
The seat after 2024
These are 2024 election results. The person who holds a seat can change between general elections through resignations, by-elections or a change of party, so use the Legislative Assembly’s member directory for the current MLA.
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Saanich North and the Islands FAQ
Who won Saanich North and the Islands in the 2024 BC election?
Rob Botterell (Green) won Saanich North and the Islands with 12,308 votes (36.15%), ahead of Sarah Riddell (NDP) with 10,958 (32.19%). Source: Elections BC Statement of Votes.
What was voter turnout in Saanich North and the Islands in 2024?
34,087 of 49,437 registered voters voted in Saanich North and the Islands, a turnout of 68.95%, compared with 58.45% province-wide.
How close was the race in Saanich North and the Islands?
The winning margin was 1,350 votes (3.96 percentage points), the 21st closest of BC's 93 ridings.