# Internal divisions within the Conservative Party of Canada > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/internal-divisions-within-the-conservative-party-of-canada > Updated: 2026-08-17T17:42:47.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. Internal tensions and criticisms regarding Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre have surfaced within the Conservative Party of Canada. During a federal byelection campaign in North Vancouver—Capilano, candidate Stephen Curran acknowledged voter feedback describing Poilievre as “divisive in the extreme” and noted concerns that the party prioritizes criticism over solutions. These localized criticisms reflect broader ideological rifts within the party. There is growing friction between the traditional conservative establishment and a younger, populist wing, with disagreements spanning immigration, foreign policy, and the role of government. While some party members have called for Poilievre’s removal, analysts suggest that a leadership contest could exacerbate existing divisions rather than resolve them. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-17: Pierre Poilievre faces internal Conservative Party divisions Internal divisions within the Conservative Party of Canada regarding populism, immigration, and social issues suggest that replacing Pierre Poilievre could trigger a catastrophic leadership race. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pierre-poilievre-faces-internal-conservative-party-divisions ### 2026-08-14: Conservative candidate Stephen Curran addresses voter criticism of Pierre Poilievre Conservative byelection candidate Stephen Curran acknowledged voter criticisms of leader Pierre Poilievre during a panel in North Vancouver—Capilano, noting concerns over divisiveness and a lack of solutions. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/conservative-candidate-stephen-curran-addresses-voter-criticism-of-pierre-poilievre --- Cite as: Internal divisions within the Conservative Party of Canada. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/internal-divisions-within-the-conservative-party-of-canada