‘He made too many mistakes, too often and if he can’t win in Quebec, he will never be prime minister. It’s that simple,’ says a defeated Quebec candidate.

Since the election, Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer has faced repeated criticism from party members frustrated by his performance. Candidates who ran under his banner are mixed, with some also calling for his resignation, and others preferring the wait-and-see approach, giving him time to prove himself before the mandatory leadership review at the April 2020 convention.