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[–] azi@mander.xyz 39 points 22 hours ago* (last edited 19 hours ago) (2 children)

The new leader will replace Trudeau as PM; he said he'd step down as PM once the leader is elected. It's just that the same day this happens, parliament will come back in session and almost certainly bring this new government down in a vote of non-confidence. The new leader will stay PM over the course of the campaign period.

Edit: The new government being voted down isn't as much of a certainty. The NDP have walked back their promise to do so; not sure about the Bloc. Either one could prop up the Liberals.

[–] Splitdipless@lemmy.ca 15 points 20 hours ago (2 children)

...and if Carney wins, he'll be PM but not an MP. The last time the PM was not a MP, it was John Turner. That was after Justin's father Pierre resigned. History is repeating.

The LPC lost badly under Turner in the next election - Cross your fingers.

[–] Thepotholeman@lemmy.ca 8 points 10 hours ago

The polls have clearly shown that Carney as the perceived front runner is crushing the conservatives lead

[–] 60d@lemmy.ca 6 points 19 hours ago (1 children)

I don't know if they'll force a general election right away, but it would be wise for Carney to seek a mandate.

[–] CircaV@lemmy.ca 3 points 18 hours ago (2 children)

He doesn’t have a seat so I think an election will be called asap so he can get a seat.

[–] humanspiral@lemmy.ca 1 points 2 hours ago (1 children)

is a seat a requirement to be PM?

[–] CircaV@lemmy.ca 3 points 1 hour ago

No not a requirement, he can be PM without a seat - but it’s very unusual. There will be a general election called soon. He’ll get a seat.

[–] jerkface@lemmy.ca 2 points 10 hours ago (1 children)

Any Senate appointments available right now? PM can rule from Senate.

[–] CircaV@lemmy.ca 2 points 9 hours ago

I think all senate appointments are full. My guess is there will be an election called March 10.

[–] CircaV@lemmy.ca 4 points 19 hours ago (2 children)

The new PM will call an election before giving any party the chance to vote them down.

[–] azi@mander.xyz 7 points 19 hours ago* (last edited 19 hours ago) (2 children)

I don't see what they would gain by doing that. The slim chance of staying in government until the fall is super valuable to the Liberals, giving the ability to get the new leader's name out there and to prove that they can handle Trump.

Edit: Yesterday the NDP said that they're no longer committing to bring down the government so I feel like the Liberals have more of a reason not to drop the writ. That being said, Carney said he'd be willing to call an election once he's sworn in. So we'll see

[–] CircaV@lemmy.ca 3 points 8 hours ago (1 children)

Cause if they don’t the rhetoric from the CPC will be unending. My guess is an election will be called in the next week before March 24. Plus Carney needs a seat in parliament.

[–] jerkface@lemmy.ca 4 points 6 hours ago* (last edited 6 hours ago) (1 children)

He doesn't need a seat, except by convention, and practicality. But it's not a legal necessity.

[–] CircaV@lemmy.ca 2 points 5 hours ago* (last edited 5 hours ago)

Not a legal necessity but I would say very important to have at this time. Given that other countries (the US) and people (Elon Mung) are weighing in on Canadian politics with no knowledge or understanding of how our parliamentary system works. Donald already farted out his mouth that JT was using the tarrif situation to “hang on to power” which is complete lies and bullshit needless to say.

[–] jerkface@lemmy.ca 2 points 10 hours ago

The Liberal's odds RIGHT NOW (h/t John Goblikon) are better than they have been in years. There's no guarantee they will get better still in six months, they could easily tank again.

[–] 60d@lemmy.ca 1 points 19 hours ago (1 children)

@remindme@mstdn.social 1 week

[–] remindme@mstdn.social 1 points 19 hours ago

@60d Ok, I will remind you on Sunday Mar 16, 2025 at 3:40 AM UTC.