Nina Krieger of the B.C. NDP cruised to a win in Victoria-Swan Lake, securing 13,498 votes (55.8 per cent) according to preliminary results.

As it stands, the NDP currently holds a narrow lead with 46 seats, just ahead of the Conservatives with 45, while the Greens have secured 2 seats.

Black Press Media reached out to Krieger for comments shortly after her landslide win.

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After winning her first campaign, Krieger described the experience as "phenomenal."

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Krieger easily held off challenges from B.C. Green Party candidate Christina Winter, who captured 5,618 votes (23.2 per cent) and Tim Taylor of the B.C. Conservatives with 4,916 votes (20.3 per cent). Communist candidate Robert Crooks garnered 150 votes.

Despite her loss, Winter remained in high spirits, expressing her gratitude for the support she received from the residents of Victoria-Swan Lake.

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Eager to hit the ground running, Winter announced she would be back on the streets campaigning for the next election starting Tuesday.

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The riding has been an NDP stronghold for over a decade. Rob Fleming, who has served four consecutive terms as MLA and held several cabinet positions including minister of transportation, announced in July that he would not seek re-election.

Fleming was at the B.C. NDP's Victoria headquarters at the Parkside Hotel and commented on KriegerB次元官网网址檚 win. 

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Black Press Media reached out to Tim Taylor for comment but did not receive a response.