The Conservative Party of Canada will hold the third and final debate of its leadership race on Wednesday, August 3 at 6:00 PM ET.
The party informed members of the date in an email on Thursday night – after candidate Pierre Poillievre said he would not attend and rival candidate Leslyn Lewis expressed reservations.
Poilievre’s campaign said he is focusing on getting supporters to send in their ballots by the September deadline, while Lewis says she has a full schedule of meetings with constituents.
Poilievre’s team also said the party hoped to make up for the first English-language debate in May, which the campaign described as an “embarrassment”.
According to party rules, candidates must attend official party debates or face a $50,000 fine.
A party spokesman says the format of the debate remains under discussion.
“With less than two months to go until our next leader is announced, this event will provide a key opportunity for members to refine their decision on who they believe is best suited to lead our party at the next election,” the email said. to Conservative members on Thursday.
Campaigners say they expect the event to be held in Ottawa.
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