Blaine Higgs, the premier of New Brunswick, has announced that he will stay on as the leader of the Progressive Conservative Party and seek re-election in the next provincial election. Higgs, who will be 70 years old next March, had been the subject of speculation regarding his retirement. However, he has confirmed his intention to remain as leader, citing the province's economic and population growth during his time as premier. The next election is scheduled for October 2024. Higgs became PC party leader in 2016 and won a majority in 2020 based on his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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