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On the campaign trail, Findlay said she would bring changes to the province, including cutting taxes and defending property rights. According to her platform, she took a stance against B.C.'s inclusive education guidelines known as SOGI, saying she would "protect our children, keep men out of girls' locker rooms, and put parents back in charge."

In her victory speech, she says the province will become strong and prosperous, something the NDP has blocked through “economic vandalism.”

"Faith, family and freedom, that's what it's all about – and I can't wait to get started," she said.

Findlay is addressing the gathered party members and media.

"What a night this has been, and what a journey this has been," Findlay says.

Among those she thanks is her husband, and her four kids, two of whom were in the audience and her grandkids.

"Someday, they will understand their Gigi, which is what they call me, stood up for them and the children to follow," she said.

“Mine is a grand vision of fundamental change.”

When her name was announced, Findlay hugged her family and supporters including husband Brent Chapman, a B.C. Conservative MLA. She was surrounded by friends who were crying and filming on their cell phones. 

The crowd is chanting “Kerry-Lynne, Kerry-Lynne.” Someone shouted, “We love you.”

The next leader of the B.C. Conservative Party has been announced: Kerry-Lynne Findlay was elected on the fourth ballot, with 51 per cent of the vote.

Caroline Elliott, who finished second, was close behind at 49 per cent.

Findlay is expected to address the gathered party members and media shortly.

Milobar, Black and Fulmer are shaking hands with supporters, congratulating them on a hard fought campaign.

“It doesn’t get any closer than this.” 

People are standing in front of their seats in anticipation, on the phone and talking with each other about the anticipation heading into the fourth and final ballot. 

With the announcement of the third ballot results, it's still undetermined who will become the new leader of the B.C. Conservatives.

Kerry-Lynne Findlay is still at the top of the results, with 38.6 per cent. 

Caroline Elliott finished second at 31.3 per cent, and Iain Black was eliminated after receiving 30 per cent of the vote.

A chorus of cheers when Findlay was announced on top for the third time. 

We'll have to wait for the fourth ballot results in a few minutes to see who may be able to secure a majority.

The results of the second ballot are out, but there is still no candidate that's managed to win the majority of votes needed to land the leadership.

Kerry-Lynne Findlay once again received the most support, with about 32 per cent of the vote. Caroline Elliott placed second, with about 28 per cent of the votes. Iain Black shortly followed her at 25 per cent of the vote. 

Yuri Fulmer, who received less than 14 per cent of this vote, is eliminated.

It looks like we'll be heading to a third ballot. The results are expected in a few minutes, so stay tuned.

We've just heard the results of the first ballot — but no winner has been determined, as none of the five candidates have managed to secure a majority.

Kerry-Lynne Findlay received the most votes, at about 30 per cent. Her supporters chanted, "Kerry-Lynne, Kerry-Lynne," and “KLF is going to rock ya.” 

Caroline Elliott finished second, with about 25 per cent of the vote. She hugged her two children as the results were announced. 

Iain Black is in third place, at about 20 per cent of the vote. Iain looked stoic and clapped for the other candidates. 

Yuri Fulmer finished fourth, with 13 per cent.

And Peter Milobar, who finished fifth with 10.5 per cent of the vote, was eliminated. He shook Findlay’s hand and congratulated her. He then shook hands with Rustad, Halford, and other MLAs. 

The results of the second ballot will be announced shortly.

Hungry folks are lining up in the sun for tacos, churros and chips and guac at the Tacofino food truck.

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