Liberal Party of Canada concludes largest policy convention in its history

Liberal Party of Canada delegates wrap up their 2026 national convention in Montréal today, drawing what organizers say was a record crowd of 4,500 participants from across the country.

Party leader Mark Carney said the three-day gathering highlighted a unified focus on the party’s future and the direction of the country.

“Over the past three days, Liberals have come together with energy and determination to shape the future of our party and our country,” Carney said in a statement, adding Canadians are looking for “strong leadership and serious solutions.”

According to the party, more than half of attendees were first-time participants. Delegates took part in policy discussions, campaign training sessions and plenary meetings, while also electing members to the party’s next National Board of Directors.

Party president Sachit Mehra said the convention demonstrated growing engagement within the party.

“This convention showed the strength and momentum of our party,” Mehra said. “From first-time participants to long-time organizers, Liberals stepped up to share ideas, connect with one another, and chart the path forward.”

The party said the event builds on what it described as a year of strong engagement, including a leadership race that brought in nearly 300,000 new members and a recent federal campaign that delivered the highest vote total in its history.

In a political contrast, the Liberals also criticized Pierre Poilievre, accusing the Conservative leader of continuing what they called divisive politics.

The convention concluded with party members expressing optimism and readiness heading into the next phase of political work, with organizers emphasizing unity and continued outreach to Canadians.