Since Pierre Poilievre became the leader of the Conservative Party last September, his appearances in English-language media have been relatively infrequent and very targeted. But in Quebec, Poilievre has been much more present as he tries to get better known, and better liked, in the province.

So what are the challenges Poilievre and the Conservatives face in Quebec — and what are their realistic prospects?

To discuss Pierre Poilievre’s attempt at a grande séduction of Quebec, I’m joined this week by Marie Vastel of Le Devoir, and our friend Philippe J. Fournier of 338Canada.

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