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MP Kurek Resigns, Poilievre Poised for By-Election Battle

5/3/2025

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Conservative MP Damien Kurek stepped down from his Alberta seat, paving the way for Pierre Poilievre to contest a by-election following Kurek's defeat in Carleton. While Poilievre's Conservatives hold the title of the largest opposition party, Mark Carney's Liberals lead in seats but fall short of a majority, reshaping the political landscape and sidelining smaller parties.

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Conservative MP Damien Kurek stepped down from his Alberta seat, paving the way for Pierre Poilievre to contest a by-election following Kurek's defeat in Carleton. While Poilievre's Conservatives hold the title of the largest opposition party, Mark Carney's Liberals lead in seats but fall short of a majority, reshaping the political landscape and sidelining smaller parties.