Steve Outhouse has officially stepped in as Pierre Poilievre’s new campaign manager after spending the fall working in Newfoundland and Labrador.

In a message to supporters, Outhouse thanked federal Conservatives for welcoming him to the role.

He moves into the job after directing the Progressive Conservative Party of Newfoundland and Labrador’s successful provincial election campaign in October and serving on Premier Tony Wakeham’s transition team.

Outhouse has a long history as a Conservative strategist, including senior roles in federal and provincial campaigns.

Poilievre visited Newfoundland and Labrador recently, highlighting the new role as part of his outreach ahead of the party’s leadership; review in January.