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Liberal Prime Minister Mark Carney gains ground toward a majority after Lori Idlout (NDP, Nunavut) defects to the Liberals, joining other Conservative-crossovers; three April by-elections could push the Liberals to 173 seats, potentially avoiding another election for years.
Prime Minister Mark Carney moves closer to a Liberal majority after Lori Idlout crosses to the Liberals, boosting them to 170 seats with two Toronto by-elections on April 13 and a potential Quebec Terrebonne rematch that could decide the fate of the Commons; resignations of Chrystia Freeland and Bill Blair add complication, and observers peg the outcome as still uncertain with the Liberals holding a fragile lead.
Canada has granted the Arctic territory of Nunavut control over its mineral reserves, including gold, diamonds, iron, cobalt, and rare earth metals, through a devolution agreement signed by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Nunavut Premier P.J. Akeeagok. This move aims to boost exploration and development in the region, which is strategically important due to climate change making resources more accessible. However, challenges such as harsh weather, lack of infrastructure, high operating costs, and environmental concerns remain.