Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s minority government will test the confidence of the House of Commons next month, as it plans to deliver a Throne Speech on September 23.
The Prime Minister says his government plans to present a road map out of the pandemic towards a society he describes as “more caring and welcoming.”
Trudeau confirmed today he has asked the Governor General to prorogue parliament until then.
You can listen below to the English-language portion of the Prime Minister’s address from Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Tuesday afternoon.
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that a Speech from the Throne will be presented on Wednesday, September 23. Details ⬇️ #ThroneSpeech pic.twitter.com/lv8451baE2
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"We do not want an election," PM Trudeau tells reporters in Ottawa when asked whether he is daring the opposition parties to defeat the government with upcoming throne speech; PM says he's seeking a mandate from Parliament to implement government's "ambitious ideals." #cdnpoli pic.twitter.com/XokhVDtuJd
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