Liberal byelection sweep cements Carney's flag-rallying strategy

Prime Minister Mark Carney with now newly-elected MP Daniel Gobeil, during a visit to a fruit farm in Saguenay, on Aug. 6, 2026. Photo by Francis Vachon /Postmedia

“It’s a great time to be a Liberal in Canada.”

Those were the words of a smiling Tanveer Shahnawaz, the Liberal candidate in Beaches—East York, celebrating his victory Monday night. They may also be the political understatement of the year. Shahnawaz was one of three Liberals who swept Monday’s federal by-elections, winning his Toronto riding with 56 per cent of the vote. The party also held North Vancouver—Capilano in B.C. and took Chicoutimi—Le Fjord from the Conservatives in Quebec. Read more