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EPISODE · Feb 18, 2026 · 5 MIN

S1 E4 | Shock in Ottawa, Floor Crossing Signals a Shift and Why the Centre Matters Now

from The Canadianist · host Christopher M. Michaud

A major political move on Parliament Hill as Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux crosses the floor to join the Liberals. What it means for the balance of power, what it signals about the direction of Canada’s major parties, and why a growing number of voters feel politically unrepresented.Christopher M. Michaud breaks down the implications, the realignment underway in Ottawa, and the case for a credible third voice in the middle to hold the major parties accountable and keep Parliament grounded in practical decision-making.For more coverage and analysis, visit thecanadianist.news.To learn more about the United Canadian Centrists, visit uccparty.ca.

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