Leader of the Opposition (British Columbia)

Leader of the Opposition of British Columbia
Incumbent
John Rustad
since November 12, 2024
StyleThe Honorable
Member ofLegislative Assembly
SeatBritish Columbia Parliament Buildings
Inaugural holderJames Mackenzie McDonald
FormationNovember 7, 1871; 153 years ago (November 7, 1871)[1]
SalaryCA$119,532.75 (2024)[2]

The leader of the Opposition (French: chef de l'Opposition) in British Columbia is the member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) in the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia who leads the political party recognized as the Official Opposition. This position generally goes to the leader of the largest party in the Legislative Assembly that is not in government.

  1. ^ "BC Archives".
  2. ^ "MLA Remuneration and Expenses | Legislative Assembly of BC". www.leg.bc.ca.