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West Coast News · Official federal results · April 28, 2025
Lake Country: your federal election winners
Scott Anderson (Conservative) — Vernon—Lake Country—Monashee; margin 5,081 votes.
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Election review published October 25, 2026. Historical results, not live counting.Full results for Lake Country’s federal ridings
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Vernon—Lake Country—Monashee Scott Anderson · Conservative · Elected MP · not an incumbent
Clear win · Elected MP · not an incumbent
Vernon—Lake Country—Monashee
West Coast News congratulates Scott Anderson (Conservative) on election as the MP for Vernon—Lake Country—Monashee in the April 28, 2025 federal election.
Scott Anderson received 33,850 votes (50.4%), finishing 5,081 votes (7.57 percentage points) ahead of Anna Warwick Sears (Liberal).
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Anderson | Conservative | 33,850 | 50.4% | Elected MP · not an incumbent |
| Anna Warwick Sears | Liberal | 28,769 | 42.8% | Not elected |
| Leah Ellen Main | NDP | 3,417 | 5.1% | Not elected |
| Blair Visscher | Green Party | 1,105 | 1.6% | Not elected |
Turnout: 72.7% · Ballots cast: 67,573 · Valid votes: 67,141 · Rejected ballots: 432.
Source: Elections Canada official candidate results · Download all candidate votes (CSV). Riding totals include communities outside city limits. Tight finish: under 5 percentage points; decisive win: at least 20. These are editorial descriptions. This election snapshot does not reflect later by-elections or changes in House membership.
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Wineries near Lake Country
The 12 closest wineries, cideries and meaderies within about 60 km, measured in a straight line from downtown Lake Country. Confirm hours before you go and please drink responsibly.
Intrigue Wines
Intrigue Wines is a family-owned winery in Lake Country. Look for Chardonnay, Merlot and Pinot Gris and more. Listed amenities: pet friendly, picnic area and wine & food tastings.
Peak Cellars
Peak Cellars is a family-owned winery in Lake Country. Look for Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer and Grüner Veltliner and more. Listed amenities: accommodations, restaurant and scenic views. Wine BC lists a restaurant and accommodation.
Blind Tiger Vineyards
Blind Tiger Vineyards is a family-owned winery in Lake Country. Look for Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer and Pinot Gris and more. Listed amenities: restaurant. Wine BC lists a restaurant.
Ex Nihilo Vineyards
Ex Nihilo Vineyards is a family-owned winery in Lake Country. Look for Bordeaux Blend, Cabernet Franc and Chardonnay and more. Listed amenities: restaurant and scenic views. Inspired by Frederick Hart's sculpture depicting the creation of mankind, Ex Nihilo Vineyards was created 'Out of Nothing' in Okanagan, BC. Wine BC lists a restaurant and wine by the glass.
Gray Monk Estate Winery
Gray Monk Estate Winery is a winery in Lake Country. Look for Auxerrois, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon and more. Listed amenities: accommodations, patio and pet friendly. Wine BC lists a restaurant, a patio and accommodation.
Arrowleaf Cellars
Arrowleaf Cellars is a family-owned winery in Lake Country. Look for Bacchus, Chardonnay and Petite Arvine and more. Listed amenities: patio, pet friendly and picnic area. Family owned and operated winery in Lake Country, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia. Wine BC lists a patio and wine by the glass.
Rose Hill Cidery
Rose Hill Cidery is a cidery in Lake Country. Rose Hill Orchard is an Okanagan destination in Lake Country, BC. Craft ciders, farm-fresh market, u-pick fruit, seasonal events.
O’Rourke Family Vineyards
O’Rourke Family Vineyards is a winery in Lake Country. O’Rourke Family Estate is a destination winery in Canada's premier wine region, the Okanagan. Dramatic granite, contemporary architecture, and an underground.
Azhadi Vineyards
Azhadi Vineyards is a family-owned winery in Kelowna. Look for Chardonnay, Merlot and Pinot Noir and more. Listed amenities: patio and wine & food tastings. High above Okanagan Lake in Kelowna, Azhadi pairs crafted BC wine with global cuisine, striking architecture and unhurried hospitality. Wine BC lists a patio.
50th Parallel Estate
50th Parallel Estate is a winery in Lake Country. Look for Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer and Pinot Gris and more. Listed amenities: restaurant and scenic views. Wine BC lists a restaurant.