OTTAWA — Canada’s two main political party leaders won’t boast about the connection, but they have at least one important thing in common these days: As a new session of Parliament opens Monday, they’re both sitting on hot seats. “But they won’t wait forever.”Advertisement AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementThe political waters could get murkier later in the year. Economists don’t expect the Canadian economy to provide the Carney government with that cover in 2026, but many do see the year as pivotal in determining longer-term growth. Advertisement AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementTurnbull said Poilievre could survive the leadership review, but still be weakened within caucus if party voters don’t give him a strong mandate. On the surface, Carney would appear to be on solid political ground — much more so than his key rival.

Source: National Post January 23, 2026 09:35 UTC