OTTAWA – The Canadian Press decision desk is projecting Prime Minister Mark Carney will lead a minority Liberal government.
Elections Canada has nearly wrapped up counting all the ballots in what turned out to be a razor-close race that will leave the Liberals three seats short of winning a majority.
Just before 4 p.m. EDT, Elections Canada shows the Liberals projected to win 169 ridings.
The Conservatives trail with 144 seats and will form the official opposition, while the Bloc Québécois won 22 seats, the NDP won 7 and the Green Party was elected in one riding.
Recounts in some ridings are expected.
The Liberals are set to return to the House of Commons for a rare fourth consecutive mandate.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published on April 29, 2025.
