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Pierre Poilievre Intensifies Campaign with Economic Attacks on Mark Carney

With Stephen Harper’s endorsement and large rally turnouts, Poilievre pivots to challenging Carney’s economic record and addresses scrutiny over campaign donations.

Pierre Poilievre in 2023 with Aditya Tawatia, (left), Conservative donor and former leader of the Overseas Friends of BJP Canada.
Former prime minister Stephen Harper, right, and Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre raise hands at a rally in Edmonton on April 7, 2025.
Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre speaks at a rally during a campaign stop in Edmonton on Monday April 7, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson
Pierre Poilievre at a Diwali event hosted by former Overseas Friends of BJP Ottawa leader Shiv Bhasker (to his immediate left), now president of Overseas Friends of India Canada.

Overview

  • Pierre Poilievre has shifted his campaign strategy to aggressively question Liberal leader Mark Carney’s economic credentials, accusing him of exaggerating his qualifications and labeling him a 'political grifter.'
  • Former prime minister Stephen Harper endorsed Poilievre, blaming Canada’s economic challenges on Liberal policies and praising Poilievre’s political experience and growth.
  • Poilievre’s Edmonton rally drew between 9,000 and 15,000 attendees, showcasing strong grassroots support despite his trailing position in polls for prime ministerial preference.
  • Questions over foreign donor influence emerged after reports linked Poilievre’s campaign donations to individuals associated with India’s ruling BJP party; Poilievre stated it is impractical to vet all 37,000 online contributors.
  • The Conservative leader’s campaign remains focused on affordability, resource development, and reducing U.S. dependency, while navigating criticisms of his alignment with Donald Trump.