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Carney Calls Special Elections to Secure Liberal Majority

3/9/2026

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On April 13, 2025, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced special elections in Scarborough Southwest, University-Rosedale, and Terrebonne to pursue a majority.
The Liberal Party holds 169 seats and needs 172 for a majority.
Three Conservative MPs defected to the Liberals, boosting their chances.
The Supreme Court nullified the Liberals' previous Terrebonne election win, raising the stakes.
Carney shifted the party's focus to the center after taking office in 2025.

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On April 13, 2025, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced special elections in Scarborough Southwest, University-Rosedale, and Terrebonne to pursue a majority.
The Liberal Party holds 169 seats and needs 172 for a majority.
Three Conservative MPs defected to the Liberals, boosting their chances.
The Supreme Court nullified the Liberals' previous Terrebonne election win, raising the stakes.
Carney shifted the party's focus to the center after taking office in 2025.