ANALYSIS: With four vacant ridings, why did Carney call just three byelections?
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POLITICS
ANALYSIS: With four vacant ridings, why did Carney call just three byelections?
By David Akin Global News
Posted August 3, 2026 6:41 am
Updated August 3, 2026 6:43 am
5 min read
Prime Minister Mark Carney has called three byelections to be held this summer in B.C., Ontario and Quebec. With the votes taking place on Aug, 31, the Liberals will need to win at least one of the three to maintain their majority government. Jillian Piper reports on the candidates and the stakes – Jul 26, 2026
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