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Every documented case of a Canadian MP, MPP, MLA, MNA, or MHA switching parties — federal and provincial, 1867 to present. Filter by level, province, or category.

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Lori Idlout

2026Notable

New Democratic Party → LiberalMPNunavut

3/5

Idlout, NDP MP for Nunavut, crossed to the Liberals in early 2026, joining the governing party to better advocate for Inuit and northern issues from within government.

Joined Government

PI

Peter Ittinuar

1982Notable

New Democratic Party → LiberalMPNunavut

1/5

Ittinuar, the first Inuk elected to Parliament (NDP, Nunatsiaq), crossed to the Liberals, reportedly under pressure and the promise of advancement for northern issues.

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