Media access restricted at federal Conservative party rally

February 15 , 2025

Denial of access, Denial of access in 2025

Media workers covering a federal Conservative party rally in Ottawa were restricted to an area at the back of the room, and not allowed to move around or interview people.

“Please note that media are to remain in the designated zone and will not be permitted to roam the room or foyer to conduct interviews,” Conservative party leader Pierre Poilievre’s press team wrote in a message to journalists, shared on social media by Global News journalist David Akin.

My vantage point is a bit limited. Journalists are confined to a space around the camera riser. The CPC has warned we are not allowed out to interview attendees in the room (ridiculous). I’m hearing there is a big crowd outside, waiting to get in.
— Glen E. McGregor (@glen_mcgregor) February 15, 2025