‘All the fundamentals are there’: Conservatives bank unity and cash, but need to buy time and ‘hope’ for a renewed NDP, say politicos

Strategists say the Tories' massive war chest and support for its leader will keep the party in a strong position ahead of any potential election, but may require a rejuvenated NDP to weaken the Liberals' left flank for the current electoral math to work in its favour.

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, pictured with his wife Anaida in Calgary on Jan. 30, has 'all of the fundamentals' he needs to win, but is equally dependent on how well the Liberal coalition holds together.The Hill Times photograph by Amir Said

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BY STUART BENSON

February 11, 2026

With a united caucus, a massive fundraising advantage, and a leader fresh off an overwhelming confidence vote, the Conservative Party has "all the fundamentals" needed for electoral success, but avoiding the results of the last campaign will also depend on Liberal stumbles a...

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