The Alberta Progressive Conservative Party is gearing up for a potential spring election, as the province’s political landscape continues to shift.
According to sources within the party, preparations are underway for a potential election in the coming months. This comes as the current government, led by Premier Jason Kenney, faces mounting criticism and declining approval ratings.
The PC Party, which has been in power for over four decades, has been facing challenges in recent years. In 2015, the party lost its majority government to the NDP, led by Rachel Notley. And in 2019, the party merged with the Wildrose Party to form the United Conservative Party (UCP), which went on to win the provincial election.
However, the UCP’s popularity has been on the decline, with many Albertans expressing dissatisfaction with the government’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and economic issues. This has led to speculation that the PC Party may be considering a return to the political scene.
While no official announcement has been made, sources say that the party has been actively recruiting candidates and strategizing for a potential election. This includes reaching out to former PC MLAs and potential new candidates.
The party’s potential return to the political arena has been met with mixed reactions. Some see it as a chance for the PC Party to reclaim its former dominance in Alberta politics, while others view it as a desperate move by a struggling party.
In response to the speculation, a spokesperson for the PC Party stated that they are always preparing for an election, but no decision has been made at this time.
Meanwhile, the UCP has dismissed the rumors, with a spokesperson stating that the party is focused on governing and not on potential election scenarios.
As the political landscape in Alberta continues to evolve, it remains to be seen if the PC Party will make a comeback in the upcoming election. But one thing is for sure, the province’s political scene is far from settled.
