Liberal leader Mark Carney is set to become Canada’s next prime minister following a decisive electoral victory over Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, according to projections by national broadcaster CBC/Radio-Canada.
In a letter of congratulations, Poilievre acknowledged Carney’s projected win and conceded defeat, even as he emphasized the significant gains made by the Conservative Party. “We gained well over 20 seats and secured the highest vote share our party has received since 1988,” he told supporters on Tuesday night, as reported by The Guardian UK.
Despite the loss, Poilievre appeared to rule out any plans to step down as party leader, committing instead to continue championing Conservative values. “It will be an honour to continue to fight for you and be a champion for your cause as we go forward,” he said.
While Carney’s victory marks a major political shift, Poilievre noted that the Liberals would be forming a minority government, setting the stage for a potentially contentious parliamentary term in one of the most consequential Canadian elections in decades.
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