Changed Beliefsfederal- Ontario

Paul Hellyer

1971Liberal→Independent

0/5 - No benefit - they lost everythingNotable Crossing

Why They Crossed

Hellyer left the Liberals, tried to start his own party, joined the Conservatives, then went back to the Liberals, then started another party. He crossed the floor more times than anyone in Canadian history.

What Happened

None of his crossings worked out. He never held office again after 1974. He became better known later in life for believing in UFO conspiracies.

Historical Eras

Quiet Revolution & Quebec Sovereignty (1960-1980)Trudeau Era (1968-1984)

Related Crossings

1967

René Lévesque

Quebec Liberal → Independent

Same party involved

2018

Leona Alleslev

Liberal → Conservative

Same party involved

2013

Maria Mourani

Bloc Québécois → Independent

Same party involved

2004

Carolyn Parrish

Liberal → Independent

Same party switch

1996

John Nunziata

Liberal → Independent

Same party switch