THE LEADERSHIP CONTENDERS

Handed in the paperwork:

Kellie Leitch: The pediatric orthopedic surgeon first elected as an MP in 2011 was the first to register.

Maxime Bernier: Quebec MP has already outlined several key policy positions.

Michael Chong: Ontario MP is a longtime champion of democratic reform.

Tony Clement: Former cabinet minister from Ontario lost out to Stephen Harper in 2004 and is trying again.

Still filling out forms:

Deepak Obhrai: One of the longest serving members of the current parliamentary caucus told colleagues he is going to mount a bid.

Brad Trost: First declared his interest after the party dropped a policy widely seen as opposing gay marriage in May.

Andrew Saxton: The defeated MP is exploring a bid based on a desire to ensure a candidate from B.C., where he and his family have long lived.

Pierre Lemieux: Also defeated in the last election, Lemieux sent an email to supporters this week saying he’s trying to raise the funds to enter the race to champion socially conservative values.

Adrienne Snow: A communications consultant, Snow was previously involved in several policy think-tanks.

Andrew Scheer: Former Speaker of the House of Commons is expected to jump in by the time the Tory caucus meets in September.

Lisa Raitt: Sources close to the former cabinet minister and current MP say to expect an announcement in September.

Thinking about it:

Erin O’Toole: After saying no to the idea for months, the Ontario MP and former veterans affairs minister is now contemplating a run after some party pressure.

Peter MacKay: The former cabinet minister from Nova Scotia now working as a lawyer in Toronto has long been considering a run.

Steven Blaney: Quebec MP continues to consult colleagues about mounting a bid.

Kevin O’Leary: The popular TV personality and businessman first mused about running for the leadership earlier this year.

Dan Lindsay: Former president of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba formed a committee in the spring to explore a possible campaign.