CBC News is projecting the Progressive Conservatives will form a majority government in Nova Scotia, with Tim Houston as premier. WATCH | Liberal Leader Iain Rankin concedes defeat:Liberal Leader Iain Rankin concedes election result 1:52 Liberal Leader Iain Rankin conceded as Progressive Conservatives surged to victory. "I may be the one on the stage, but it's Nova Scotians — Nova Scotians, you are the ones that spoke loud and clear in this election," he said. Congratulations to @nspc and the next Premier of Nova Scotia, @TimHoustonNS, on an exciting election win! (Rose Murphy/CBC)During the campaign, Houston stressed the progressive elements of the party, distancing them from the Conservative Party of Canada.

Source: CBC News August 17, 2021 22:45 UTC