The B.C. NDP executive has recommended that the party hold a convention to replace Adrian Dix as leader on May 25, 2014.

The date of the leadership vote must still be ratified by the party's provincial council.

"The recommendation by the executive was made following consultation with the party’s legislative caucus, the leader, and local constituency presidents. The May 25 date was selected to allow municipal and federal leadership candidates to participate without overlapping with upcoming municipal and federal elections," an NDP news release states.

Municipal elections are scheduled for November 15, 2014. The next federal election is expected to be held on October 19, 2015.