The leadership election for the Conservative Party of Canada culminated in Andrew Scheer being elected the new leader. The event took place at the Toronto Congress Centre, where party members gathered to participate in the voting process. Scheer's victory came after a competitive campaign against notable candidates, including Maxime Bernier and Erin O'Toole, each offering differing visions for the party's future. Scheer’s political background included serving as the Member of Parliament for Regina—Qu'Appelle since 2004, and he had held various roles within the party, including House Leader and Deputy Speaker.Campaigning on a platform that emphasized traditional conservative values, fiscal responsibility, and enhanced security measures, Scheer’s election was indicative of the party's desire to reconnect with its grassroots supporters and present a united front against the Liberal government led by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

Rona Ambrose, who served as interim leader after Stephen Harper’s resignation, was credited with stabilizing the party during a period of transition following the 2015 federal election loss. Her decision not to run for the leadership allowed a new generation of conservative politicians to vie for the position. As Scheer took over, he aimed to unify the party and develop a strategy to regain its status as the main opposition force in Canadian politics, marking a fresh start for the party's efforts to appeal to voters ahead of the next federal election.