Preparing for a possible early election, Conservatives closing first batch of 16 riding nominations this month: sources

Conservative nomination applications for some ridings are due on Feb. 25. Those electoral districts 'should begin forming candidate nomination committees without delay,' states a memo from the party's headquarters, obtained by The Hill Times. And Elan Harper, Stephen Harper's sister-in-law, wants to run in Calgary Confederation.

In preparation for a possible early election, Pierre Poilievre's Conservatives have started the process to nominate candidates across the country. As of last week, nominations were open in 16 ridings in five provinces. They will close on Feb. 25. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

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BY ABBAS RANA

February 16, 2026

In preparation for a potential early election, the Conservative Party recently sent notices to 16 ridings in five provinces informing them that anyone interested in seeking the party's nomination should file their papers by Feb. 25, according to Conservative sources.

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