Stephen Harper is “supportive” of some early contenders for the leadership of the federal Conservative party, but is staying neutral in the race — at least for now.
The former prime minister still has significant influence within the Conservative Party, both as its co-founder and as a member of the board that controls the party’s finances.
An associate told the Star that Harper is supportive of a number of those seen as contenders for the leadership, including his former parliamentary secretary Pierre Poilievre and former cabinet ministers Peter MacKay and Erin O’Toole.
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Harper ‘supportive’ as hopefuls prepare to join Conservative leadership race
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