The Kootenay Monashee riding is set to return to the NDP for the 13th consecutive time. Incumbent MLA Steve Morissette holds a nearly 2,000-vote lead with just two ballots remaining. Morissette currently has 8,395 votes compared to 6,556 for Conservative candidate Warren Mirko. The final count is expected to confirm Morissette’s victory. The race was closely contested throughout the election period. Morissette’s lead has grown steadily as remaining ballots are tallied. The result marks another strong showing for the NDP in the region. This win would extend the party’s dominance in the riding. The outcome is likely to be announced shortly. The election results reflect voter support for Morissette’s policies. The riding has consistently leaned NDP in recent elections. This victory underscores the party’s continued influence in the area. The final ballots are being processed as of late afternoon. The result is expected to be finalized by early evening. The outcome will be officially declared once all votes are counted.