Justin Trudeau’s Government Survives Third No-Confidence Motion Amid Mounting Pressure

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government survived its third no-confidence motion on Monday, overcoming pressure from the opposition led by Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre. The motion was defeated with 180 votes against and 152 in favor, thanks to the continued support of the New Democratic Party (NDP), Trudeau’s former left-leaning ally.

Poilievre, whose popularity has been rising in recent polls, has adopted a more aggressive stance in recent weeks, accusing Trudeau of being “weak.” While the next federal election is scheduled for no later than October 20, 2025, many analysts speculate that Trudeau’s government may struggle to remain in power until then.

Trudeau’s Liberal Party has faced a series of political setbacks, leading to decreased public approval. The Liberals, who currently hold 153 seats in the House of Commons, have survived two previous no-confidence motions this fall, as opposition parties, including the Conservatives and Bloc Québécois, have intensified their criticism of the government.

The House of Commons is composed of 153 Liberal MPs, 119 Conservatives, 33 Bloc Québécois members, 25 NDP MPs, two Greens, and four independents. However, the parliamentary session this fall has been marred by gridlock, with opposition parties obstructing legislative progress. Last week, the Speaker of the House was forced to intervene to allow votes on critical budget measures—a rare and unprecedented move in Canadian parliamentary history.

While Trudeau’s government has managed to fend off opposition attacks for now, the political climate in Canada remains tense, with significant uncertainty surrounding the government’s long-term stability.