“We appeal to Conservatives who just can't see themselves voting for the corruption and the scandals and the contempt of parliamentary institutions. And of course, we also appeal to people in other parties who are disappointed in their own leadership.”

Canadian politician and environmentalist

Elizabeth Evans May is a Canadian politician, environmentalist, lawyer, activist, and author. She has served as the Member of Parliament for Saanich, Gulf Islands since 2011, and she has led the Green Party of Canada in two periods, first from 2006 to 2019 and again from 2022. She is known for her long role in Canadian Green politics and for work that combines environmental advocacy with public office. Her public profile reflects both party leadership and parliamentary service, with her name most closely associated with environmental issues and political activism.