Spot on analysis! Also, let's no forget that the present NDP government has a good relationship with BC's First Nations (B.C. and First Nations reach deal to sell 2,600 condos | Financial Post), and Schaft Creek has a huge economic significance to the Tahltan FN. Because of that, it is 100% certain that if the deposit is economically viable to proceed to a mine (which we all agree that it is) the NDP will support it 100%. Having conservatives in Victoria will make zero difference when it comes to Schaft Creek development.