Former NB Cabinet Minister Launches New Federal Political Party

Published on August 15, 2024

Independent New Brunswick MLA Dominic Cardy has officially launched a new “no-nonsense” federal political party, with plans to run candidates in the Quebec and Winnipeg byelections. The Canadian Future Party will be”fiscally responsible” and “socially liberal,” Cardy, who is currently the interim leader of the new party, said during an Aug. 14 news conference in Ottawa. “Until today, no party is offering that combination. We do,” he said. “The Canadian Future Party is for all Canadians, and I promise that we’re going to be courageous, we’re going to be competent, and we’re going to be evidence-based.” Emphasizing that the party will be a “no-nonsense” one, he elaborated on the evidence-based approach....

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