Can Poilievre turn a leadership win into election redemption?

Can Poilievre turn a leadership win into election redemption?

Author: CBC February 3, 2026 Duration: 1:00:21

An overwhelming majority of Conservative delegates voted to keep Pierre Poilievre as the leader of their party, but pollsters David Coletto and Shachi Kurl break down why Poilievre's impressions with other potential voters will be a significant obstacle to reversing his fortunes from the last election. Conservative deputy leader Melissa Lantsman tells Power & Politics about the new path for co-operation her party sees in the House of Commons. Plus, CBC's J.P. Tasker breaks down the policies the party adopted at last weekend's convention.


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