Pierre Poilievre Denies Indian Interference in 2022 Leadership Race

CSIS confirms limited Indian involvement but no evidence Poilievre or his team were aware, as political leaders press him on security clearance refusal.

CSIS assessments reveal limited, unorganized efforts by Indian agents to support Pierre Poilievre during the 2022 Conservative leadership race.
No evidence has been found to suggest that Poilievre or his inner circle were aware of the alleged interference, according to CSIS findings.
Poilievre maintains he won the leadership race fairly and continues to reject obtaining a national-security clearance, citing concerns about restrictions on his ability to hold the government accountable.
Political opponents, including Liberal Leader Mark Carney and NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, criticize Poilievre's refusal to obtain a clearance, questioning his ability to address foreign interference threats.
The SITE Task Force is actively monitoring potential foreign interference in the ongoing 2025 federal election, with India and China identified as key actors of concern.