Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has publicly backed a party candidate in British Columbia who faced criticism over controversial posts questioning the established narrative on residential schools. Accusations that the candidate’s comments downplayed the genocide of Indigenous peoples were met with Poilievre’s assertion that such claims are misleading misinformation, reinforcing his support despite the controversy. This dispute has sparked debate over historical accountability within the party and reflects broader national tensions regarding the legacy of residential schools.
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre told a news conference in Osoyoos, B.C., that accusations about North-Island Powell River candidate Aaron Gunn are "misinformation," after he was called out over posts he made stating that the residential school system did not constitute genocide.
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre called accusations a party candidate in B.C. has denied the history of residential schools "misleading," and said he stands by his nominee.
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