Former deputy prime minister Sheila Copps has raised speculation that the new Liberal leader could be calling for a Canadian election in the coming weeks. As the party gathers in Ottawa for the final day of its leadership contest, Copps believes that if former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney steps in as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s successor, an election could be called before Parliament resumes on March 24.
According to Copps, the urgency for an election is due to the Conservative party’s significant financial resources and their potential strategies to target Carney once he takes office. This sense of urgency could prompt the new Liberal leader to move quickly in calling for an election to secure their position and address potential challenges from the opposition.
With the possibility of a quick election looming, many are watching closely to see how the newly appointed Liberal leader, likely Mark Carney, will navigate the political landscape in the coming weeks. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
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