Leader of the Opposition (British Columbia)

Leader of the Opposition
Chef de l'Opposition
Incumbent
John Rustad
since February 18, 2025
Member ofLegislative Assembly of British Columbia
SeatBritish Columbia Parliament Buildings
Term lengthWhile leader of the largest party not in government
Inaugural holderJames Mackenzie McDonald
FormationNovember 7, 1871 (1871-11-07)
SalaryCA$59,766.37 (2024)

The leader of the Opposition (French: chef de l'Opposition) 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.