Falcon acknowledged Tuesday talks are underway behind the scenes between the two right-of-centre parties, including exploring the possibility of merger-type options.

“We have to put aside our own egos, our own party issues – everything else – and just figure out whether there’s common ground, we can keep in mind the most important objective, which is making sure that we don’t end up with another NDP government,” said Falcon.

A source with the BC Conservatives told CTV News that Gordon Campbell has been asked to represent Kevin Falcon and BC United in behind-the-scenes discussions to see if a deal or common ground can be found between the two parties.