Let’s not read too much into byelection results

Canadians are voting, regardless of the pandemic, and in many ways, might be more tuned in than ever due to our current circumstances.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Liberals have had an impressive track record of winning byelections. Of the 20 byelections since forming government in 2015, they have won half.The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY Pierre Cyr

November 2, 2020

Following last week’s byelections in Toronto Centre and York Centre, political pundits were quick to analyze how the results may impact the next federal general election. But while I can appreciate the temptation to read more into the outcomes, byelections have alwa...

To keep reading, subscribe and become a political insider.

Only $7.76 a week for an annual subscription.

Enjoy unlimited website access and the digital newspaper.

Cancel anytime.

Already a Subscriber?

Get Weekend Point of View Newsletter

A round up of the past weekâ€™s opinion writers and columnists on Saturdays and Sundays.

By entering your email address you consent to receive email from The Hill Times containing news, analysis, updates and offers. You may unsubscribe at any time. See our privacy policy