Will Carney’s Budget Trigger a Fall Election?

Liberal House Leader Steven MacKinnon warned that Parliament may not pass the upcoming November 4 budget, raising the possibility of another federal election. He criticized the Conservatives and Bloc Québécois for refusing to support the budget before reading it, arguing that Canadians want stability and predictability. However, critics pushed back, noting that after nearly a decade in power, the Liberals continue to blame opposition parties instead of addressing their own record on spending and deficits.

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government faces growing scrutiny over a $67-billion deficit despite earlier promises to “spend less and invest more.” Questions also persist about his financial ties to the banking sector and Brookfield, which some see as potential conflicts of interest.

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The Liberals’ plan to guarantee five more years of CBC funding drew further criticism from those who view it as an attempt to secure favourable media coverage while claiming to fight “disinformation.”

With Jagmeet Singh stepping down and a new NDP leader in place, it remains uncertain whether the party will continue to support the minority Liberal government. The Bloc and Conservatives have already said they will not back the budget, leaving the fate of the government—and the possibility of an election—hanging in the balance.

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Double Double Standard - Ep 4
0:03 – MacKinnon Warns Budget Could Trigger Election
4:00 – CBC Secures Five-Year Funding Deal
8:01 – Carney’s Conflicts and NDP’s Uncertain Support