Abbas Rana

2 months ago | shorturl.at | Abbas Rana

With a cabinet swearing-in expected by Friday, and sources reporting a snap election call coming next week, Liberal MPs tell The Hill Times most people in caucus are focused on getting re-elected rather than securing a spot in Leader Mark Carney’s front bench. If their party remains in government, a new cabinet would be appointed post-election, say the MPs.To keep reading, subscribe and become a political insider. Only $7.76 a week for an annual subscription.

Mar 3, 2025 | shorturl.at | Abbas Rana

With potential federal election on the horizon, MPs and candidates secure campaign offices, order signs, and assemble teams But if U.S. President Donald Trump imposes tariffs this month, the governing Liberals may also find it challenging to call a snap election, says pollster Greg Lyle. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, left, Liberal leadership candidate Mark Carney, and NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh.

Mar 3, 2025 | shorturl.at | Abbas Rana

Conservatives and Liberals hiring paid door-knockers ahead of election as volunteer numbers dwindle Door-knockers in election campaigns are more crucial than ever, as most people have unlisted cell phone numbers, and those with landlines often screen their calls, say Liberal and Conservative candidates. Liberal leadership candidate Mark Carney, left, and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre. If Carney wins on March 9, he is widely expected to call an election before March 24.

Feb 24, 2025 | shorturl.at | Abbas Rana

As the federal Liberals continue to regain lost political ground, the Conservatives are increasingly concerned about their electoral prospects, and many within the party attribute their declining support to the impact of U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs, which they believe have driven voters toward the Liberals. “We are losing support, absolutely,” said a senior Conservative, who spoke on a not-for-attribution basis to offer their candid views.

Feb 17, 2025 | shorturl.at | Abbas Rana

Some Liberal MPs want the next election to be called shortly after the party’s new leader is chosen on March 9, and before the House resumes following prorogation on March 24. “For the record, there should be an election called before we’re in session,” said Liberal MP Kevin Lamoureux (Winnipeg North, Man.), parliamentary secretary to the government House leader, in an interview with The Hill Times.