Poilievre Threatens to Keep House Sitting Over Christmas After Carbon Tax Bill ‘Gutted’ in Senate

The Tory leader says his party will table ‘thousands’ of amendments to block the passing of the Liberals’ mini-budget.

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre holds a press conference regarding his “Axe the Tax” message from the roof of a parking garage in St. John's, on Oct.27, 2023. The Canadian Press/Paul Daly

Conservative Party Leader Pierre Poilievre has pledged to obstruct House of Commons proceedings by tabling “thousands” of amendments to “ruin” the prime minister’s Christmas in retaliation for the Senate watering down a carbon tax exemption bill for farmers.

“You’ve ruined Christmas for Canadians. Common sense Conservatives are going to ruin your vacation as well,” Mr. Poilievre said while addressing his caucus Dec. 6.