A strategist for the growing conservative movement in Canada is stating that the movement is fighting back against a perceived "California on steroids" influence.

The conservative movement in Canada could gain momentum during this election year due to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's resignation under pressure from domestic critics and tariff threats from U.S. President-elect Donald Trump.

In Calgary, Matt Shupe has been guiding activists, consultants, and volunteers on how to create successful campaigns, preparing the movement for possible advancements in the aftermath of Trudeau's leadership.

Shupe, 39, who was the spokesperson for ex-MLB star Steve Garvey's Senate campaign in California, described Canada as "California on steroids" in an interview with Planet Chronicle Digital.

Praetorian Services founder Shupe, who has been in political consulting for a decade, said Trudeau's resignation is similar to President Biden's decision not to run for president in 2024.

"Shupe stated that Canada's liberal flank took a page from the DNC playbook with their actions involving Biden, but if American politics is any indication, this strategy did not work for Kamala."

Shupe observed that his interactions with Canadians indicate that progressive policies have caused many liberals to shift towards the center. Collaborating with the Leadership Institute, a conservative mentorship and training organization, Shupe stated that leaders aim to utilize insights and information from U.S. elections to enhance the chances of Canadian conservatives.

"The conservative movement has mainly drawn in young people due to their lack of prospects, according to him. He explained that the cost of living is extremely high in that area, making it difficult for young people to afford a home or even basic necessities. When he speaks with people in that age group, they all express similar complaints as those he talks to in San Francisco."

Pierre Poilievre, Canada's conservative candidate, has been likened to President-Elect Donald Trump due to his promises to address immigration, inflation, and the budget deficit.

He stated that in Canada and the United States, the left has gone too far, and they hit a threshold with people.

In the 2022 general election, the Conservative Party, led by 45-year-old Pierre Poilievre, has nearly three times the support of committed voters (47%) compared to the Liberals (18%). Poilievre, a Calgary native, was first elected to the House of Commons in 2004 and became leader of the Canadian Conservatives in 2022. His party has grown in popularity as Canadians have grown tired of 53-year-old Justin Trudeau, whose Liberals formed the government in 2015.

The Conservatives are expected to win the next Canadian election, which could occur as early as this spring, and the incoming Trump administration will likely deal with a Poilievre government.

In his interview with Peterson, Poilievre acknowledged that Trump, who has proposed a 25% tariff against Canadian imports, is known for negotiating aggressively and seeking to win. However, as prime minister, Poilievre stated that he would aim to achieve a deal that would benefit both countries and make them safer, wealthier, and stronger.

Despite being in power for nearly a decade, Trudeau has seen his approval ratings decline over the past months due to increasing frustration over inflation and rising living costs.

"I plan to step down as party leader and prime minister after the Liberal Party selects its next leader through a comprehensive national process," Trudeau announced Monday. "Last night, I instructed the party president to initiate the process. This nation requires a genuine election choice, and I have realized that if I am preoccupied with internal strife, I cannot be the most suitable candidate in the upcoming election."

""I am a fighter and I don't back away from a fight, especially when it's crucial. However, my love for Canada, desire to serve Canadians, and what's in their best interests have always driven me. Canadians deserve a real choice in the next election, and I've realized that I can't be the one to carry the liberal standard into the next election due to internal battles," Trudeau stated."

Planet Chronicle Digital's Christopher Guly contributed to this report.