The collapse of the coalition threatens Trudeau's government with possible elections
The collapse of the coalition between the New Democrats and the Liberals undermines the stability of Trudeau's government. Early elections are possible.
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The political alliance between the New Democratic Party (NDP) and the Liberal Party of Canada, which supported Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government, has officially ended.
NDP leader Jagmeet Singh announced the termination of the coalition agreement, accusing the Liberals of prioritizing corporate interests over the well-being of citizens.
According to Singh, his party no longer sees the possibility of supporting Trudeau, as he "has repeatedly shown a willingness to give in to corporate interests."
He also noted that the Liberals have lost voters' trust and do not deserve another chance to govern the country.
Now, after the collapse of the coalition, Trudeau's government, lacking a parliamentary majority, will face the need to seek support in every vote.
Particular difficulties are expected in passing budget-related legislation.
Although early elections have not yet been announced, the likelihood of them being held has increased significantly. The next scheduled federal elections in Canada are set for the fall of next year.
Background
The New Democratic Party (NDP) is a Canadian political party of social-democratic orientation, positioned on the left wing of the political spectrum.
It was founded in 1961 as a result of a union between the Co-operative Commonwealth Federation and the Canadian Labour Congress.
The NDP has never won a federal majority but has influenced minority Liberal governments.
The party advocates for expanding the healthcare system, protecting LGBT rights, and environmental policies. Since 2017, its leader has been Jagmeet Singh.