Keremeos Trader

Conservative Konanz win in Similkameen-South Okanagan-West Kootenay

After two previous bids for a seat in Parliament, the third time proved successful for Penticton city councillor Helena Konanz. Konanz win the Similkameen–South Okanagan–West Kootenay riding as the Conservative Party of Canada candidate.

Following defeats in the 2019 and 2021 elections, Konanz secured a win on Monday, edging out a strong challenge from Liberal candidate Gloria Morgan, with NDP’s Linda Sankey finishing third.

“It’s been a long journey, and I’m incredibly excited and honoured,” said Konanz. Morgan ran a competitive race, keeping the results close until the final count.