Latest defection puts Mark Carney on the verge of a majority government
The Canadian Liberal party has gained a majority government with the defection of a former Conservative leadership candidate. The party now has 171 seats in the 343-seat House of Commons, with three vacancies to be filled in upcoming byelections.
The Liberal party has achieved a majority government with the defection of Marilyn Gladu, a former Conservative leadership candidate. Gladu's move brings the Liberal seat count to 171. The party is expected to gain more seats in upcoming byelections. Prime Minister Mark Carney stressed the importance of unity in Parliament. The defection has raised questions among some Liberals about the party's stance on social issues. The opposition NDP has criticized Carney for sacrificing Liberal positions on fundamental rights.
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