Peter MacKay has been endorsed by two local politicians.
Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes MPP Steve Clark and former Senator Bob Runciman announced today they are endorsing MacKay as the next Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada and Canada’s next Prime Minister.
In a media release, Clark says he is proud to endorse MacKay at a time when Canadians are looking for strong leadership to steer Canada through an unprecedented health and economic crisis.
“His experience and ability to connect with and relate to everyday people from coast to coast sets him apart from any other candidate. Knowing Peter as I do, I believe he is the strong and proven leader that Conservatives and Canadians need in these uncertain times.”
Runciman says he likes and admires MacKay after knowing him for many years and having the opportunity to work closely with him in the Senate.
“He is undoubtedly the most qualified candidate to lead the Conservative Party and to be Canada’s next Prime Minister. And, on top of that, he is a warm, friendly, caring, genuine people person.”
Clark was first elected MPP in a 2010 and currently serves as Ontario’s Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing. Senator Runciman served in the Senate from 2010-2017 after almost 30 years in provincial politics representing Leeds-Grenville.