Trudeau, responding from Newfoundland and Labrador, emphasized his focus on issues like affordability, housing, and climate change, dismissing political distractions. “I really hope the NDP stays focused on how we can deliver for Canadians,” he said.
The deal between the NDP and the Liberals, established in March 2022, included commitments to NDP priorities like dental care and pharmacare in exchange for NDP support on key votes, such as budgets. Singh did not address the press Wednesday, but a press conference is expected Thursday.
Despite the deal’s termination, the NDP will now evaluate their support for Liberal legislation on a case-by-case basis.
Singh highlighted the threat of cuts from Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, stating that the Liberals are “too weak, too selfish and too beholden to corporate interests” to effectively challenge the Conservatives.
He declared that Canadians would soon face a choice between Conservative cuts and hope for a united future.