Pierre Poilievre called lobbyists 'utterly useless,' but they're still attending his fundraisers

As Pierre Poilievre positions himself as both a prime minister in waiting and a champion of “the working-class people,” he’s headlined roughly 50 fundraisers at private venues since becoming Conservative leader in 2022 — some of them in Canada’s wealthiest neighbourhoods and most exclusive clubs.

Pierre Poilievre called lobbyists 'utterly useless,' but they're still attending his fundraisers
Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre speaks during a rally in Ottawa, on Sunday, March 24, 2024.

As Pierre Poilievre positions himself as both a prime minister in waiting and a champion of “the working-class people,” he’s headlined roughly 50 fundraisers at private venues since becoming Conservative leader in 2022 — some of them in Canada’s wealthiest neighbourhoods and most exclusive clubs.