BRAMPTON – Yesterday, the rally for Conservative leadership candidate Pierre Poilievre in Brampton was cancelled moments before it was scheduled to begin due to a medical emergency. An adult male suffered a medical episode and was taken to hospital Saturday morning.

Peel paramedic crews attended the scene at Brampton’s Pearson Convention Centre (2638 Steeles Ave. E) around 10:15 a.m.

When paramedics arrived on scene, they found first responders (Peel Regional Police and Brampton Fire Department) providing emergency medical assistance to a man in his 60s. He appeared to be in critical, life-threatening condition. He was transported, via ambulance, to a local hospital, paramedics said.

Poilievre briefly appeared at the gathering with his wife Anaida by his side, along with Andrew Scheer, MP for Regina – Qu-Appelle and former Conservative Party Leader. He told the room of about one thousand supporters that the rally will reconvene at a later date. He asked all who were gathered to observe a moment of silence and to pray for the man’s well-being.

According to a source close to the Poilievre campaign, the man did not survive and was pronounced dead at hospital. Peel Regional Police who were first on scene could not provide further details citing “privacy issues”. The Corriere and CNMNG extends sincere condolences to the man’s family and all who are affected by his passing.

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