Quebec CPC membership votes more important than low leadership donations, say politicos

Quebec donations to CPC leadership candidates made up three per cent of the total they raised in the first quarter— down from seven per cent in the 2017 race—despite the province making up 23 per cent of the vote.

Donations from Quebec residents to Conservative leadership candidates made up only three per cent of the totals, even though the province is an important pool for votes as 23 per cent of the final tally. From left, former cabinet minister Peter MacKay, Conservative MP Erin O'Toole, Conservative MP Derek Sloan, and Toronto lawyer Leslyn Lewis are running for the party's top job. Photographs courtesy of Twitter and The Hill Times file photographs

News

BY SAMANTHA WRIGHT ALLEN

May 13, 2020

All four Conservative leadership hopefuls have reported low fundraising numbers in Quebec to start the year, amounting to three per cent of all funds raised this race in a province that will be key to the next leaders’ coronation. That doesn't mean they aren't active and recruiting support in Queb...

To keep reading, subscribe and become a political insider.

Only $7.76 a week for an annual subscription.

Enjoy unlimited website access and the digital newspaper.

Cancel anytime.

Already a Subscriber?

Get Today’s Headlines Newsletter

Your quick scan of the news you need each weekday to be the smartest person in the room.

By entering your email address you consent to receive email from The Hill Times containing news, analysis, updates and offers. You may unsubscribe at any time. See our privacy policy