People's Party of Canada
The People's Party of Canada (PPC) is a federal political party in Canada founded in 2018 by Maxime Bernier after he left the Conservative Party of Canada.
The People's Party of Canada (PPC) is a federal political party in Canada founded in 2018 by Maxime Bernier after he left the Conservative Party of Canada. It is generally described as right-wing to far-right, with positions associated with conservatism, libertarianism, and right-wing populism. The party has held no seats in the House of Commons since Bernier lost his seat in 2019.
History
The party was launched in 2018 by Maxime Bernier, a former Conservative MP and cabinet minister. It became officially recognized by Elections Canada in early 2019 and has participated in federal elections since then.
Ideology and policies
Sources describe the PPC as right-wing, far-right, libertarian, or right-wing populist. Its stated platform has included reducing immigration, opposing the federal carbon tax, leaving the Paris Agreement, and ending supply management.
Electoral performance
The party ran candidates in the 2019, 2021, and 2025 federal elections. It has not won a seat in the House of Commons, and Bernier lost his own riding in 2019 and again in 2025.
Public profile
The PPC became more visible during the COVID-19 period, when it opposed lockdowns, vaccine passports, and compulsory vaccination measures. Analysts and media outlets have linked its support base to concerns about immigration, mandates, and distrust of mainstream parties.
Key facts
- Formed in September 2018 after Maxime Bernier left the Conservative Party of Canada.
- Officially recognized by Elections Canada in January 2019.
- Advocates policies including lower immigration, ending supply management, and withdrawing from the Paris Agreement.
- Has not won a seat since Bernier lost Beauce in 2019.
- Its 2025 federal election vote share fell to less than 1%.
This is a Canadian federal party active in national elections and debates over immigration, climate policy, rural economic policy, and pandemic-era restrictions.
Frequently asked questions
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References
- The Canadian Encyclopedia — https://thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/people-s-party-of-canadaSupports: Founding date, founder, political characterization, official recognition, policy themes, and electoral context.
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/People%27s_Party_of_CanadaSupports: Infobox-style facts including headquarters, ideology, membership, and broad political position.
- People's Party of Canada — https://www.peoplespartyofcanada.ca/aboutSupports: Party self-description, founding principles, and leadership context.
- CBC News — https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/peoples-party-of-canada-ppc-maxime-bernier-election-2025-1.7523653Supports: 2025 election result, vote share, and Bernier's continued lack of a Commons seat.
- CBC News — https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/maxime-bernier-peoples-party-registration-1.4856793Supports: Official registration, early policy positions, and founding context.
- Student Vote Canada — https://www.studentvote.ca/canada/party-profiles/peoples-party-of-canada/Supports: Founded date, leader, and election participation summary.