Andrew Scheer

After his resignation as leader, it emerged that the Conservative Party had paid various expenses for Scheer, including approximately $18,000 annually for his children's private schooling, clothing, household assistance and a family vehicle, without all details having been publicly disclosed to members.

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During the railway blockade crisis linked to the Wet'suwet'en dispute, Scheer said protesters blocking railway lines should 'check their privilege' and stop holding the economy hostage, prompting a strong political and Indigenous response.

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A video of Scheer's 2005 speech in the House opposing same-sex marriage, notably on grounds concerning procreation, resurfaced during the 2019 campaign and prompted renewed criticism.

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Scheer faced weeks of pressure to state clearly whether he personally opposed abortion. He eventually acknowledged being personally pro-life, after repeatedly avoiding direct answers, while promising not to reopen the legislative debate.

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During the 2019 campaign, reports challenged the description of Scheer as a former insurance broker. Saskatchewan's professional regulator indicated that he had not obtained the required full licence and had completed only part of the training.

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During the 2019 campaign, it emerged that Scheer also held American citizenship and had begun the process of renouncing it. The revelation prompted accusations of hypocrisy, as Conservatives had previously criticised political opponents for dual citizenship.

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Scheer spoke at the United We Roll convoy event in Ottawa, which was also attended by far-right activists and figures, prompting criticism concerning the normalisation of those circles.

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