Potential candidates, including former Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney, are weighing their options as the Liberal party prepares for a quick leadership race following Justin Trudeau's resignation. Carney has expressed encouragement from supporters and plans to make a decision with his family in the coming days. Former Montreal MP Frank Baylis has also declared his candidacy.
People take part in the Liberal convention in Ottawa, Thursday, May 4, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick
OTTAWA — As Liberal party brass begins to chart course for an expedited race to find Justin Trudeau’s successor, potential contenders are weighing whether or not to join the fray -- including former central banker Mark Carney. The former Bank of Canada governor issued a statement Monday evening saying he is encouraged by support he has heard, and that he’s considering his decision with family over the next few days.
Former Montreal MP Frank Baylis declared his intent to enter the race in an interview Monday with The Hill Times.Parliament is prorogued until March 24, but leaders of the main opposition parties say they will bring down the government at the earliest opportunity.This is where Toronto is planning major construction work in 2025
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