Summary
Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberal Party in Canada is aiming for a slim majority in the House of Commons through three by-elections. These elections are crucial for gaining more control without needing opposition support. Carney's strategy includes attracting members from other parties to strengthen his position.
Key Facts
- The Liberals need one more seat to reach a majority in Canada's House of Commons.
- Three important by-elections are happening, two in Toronto and one near Montreal.
- The Liberal Party expects to win the two Toronto seats.
- In Terrebonne, a Montreal suburb, the race is close between the Liberals and the Bloc Quebecois.
- The Liberals already gained support from five legislators who switched parties.
- Mark Carney became Prime Minister a year ago and has shifted some policies to attract more conservative politicians.
- The Conservative Party accuses the Liberals of making deals to gain more seats, calling it undemocratic.
- Opinion polls show Carney and the Liberals leading the Conservatives by 10 to 15 points.
