Canada’s federal Conservative Party is grappling with a significant dilemma as it looks ahead to the next two years. The party is questioning whether to change its approach after the last election, which left them in second place. Central to this dilemma are several critical questions. Did they truly lose the last election? While they did not win, did Canadians outright reject them, or were there other factors that hindered their anticipated victory?

If the Conservatives did lose, they must consider their next steps. Conversely, if they did not lose in a definitive sense, what should their strategy be moving forward? These questions lead to another crucial consideration: should the party continue with the same leadership team that did not secure a win, even if they may not have lost in a traditional sense?

The uncertainty surrounding the future complicates these decisions. Critics of current leader Pierre Poilievre argue that he did not respond effectively to changes in the political landscape. However, Poilievre remains confident in the party's performance. "We had the biggest vote count in our party’s history, the biggest increase in our party’s history, the biggest vote share since 1988 and we’re going to continue to work to get over the finish line," he stated when asked about the party's direction.

This perspective is echoed by other Conservatives who are eager to move past the recent election results. They believe that the party's achievements should be viewed as a foundation for future success rather than a setback. As the Conservatives prepare for the next election cycle, the decisions they make in the coming months will be crucial in shaping their strategy and leadership.