Could Jason Kenney's low approval rating hurt Erin O'Toole? Not likely in Alberta

While pundits speculate about whether Premier Jason Kenney’s low approval rating in Alberta could hurt the federal Conservatives, some third-party advertisers and candidates are actively exploiting their connection.

In one radio advertisement, the listener gets to “eavesdrop” on two nurses discussing Kenney’s attempt to cut their salaries.

“And it’s not just Jason Kenney. I mean, Erin O’Toole,” says one of the actors, referencing the federal Conservative Party leader.

“Oh, yeah, he’s just as bad,” says the other. “Voted to cut health care — and he supports Kenney right down the line.”

Anticipating a federal election call, a political advertiser called the Protecting Canada Project has been airing radio,