The Liberal Party is one seat away from a majority government heading into three by-elections on Monday, following a fifth floor crossing this week.

Ontario MP Marilyn Gladu crossed the floor Wednesday to join the federal Liberal caucus, making her the fourth Conservative MP to do so in recent months.

“At this important moment for our country’s future, Canadians with a broad range of experience and perspectives are uniting to build Canada strong. I am honoured to welcome Marilyn Gladu today as the newest member of this government and our Liberal caucus,” Prime Minister Mark Carney said in a post on X.

Gladu, who has represented Sarnia—Lambton—Bkejwanong, Ont., since 2015, cited calls from her constituents for “serious leadership and a real plan to build a stronger and more independent Canadian economy” as her motivation for joining the government. She said she is ready to work with Carney to deliver on priorities such as job creation, economic growth and support for her community.

“Today, there is both the opportunity — and the responsibility — to build our country’s strength and success with a more constructive, collaborative approach,” Gladu said in a statement.

Meanwhile, voters in the Ontario ridings of Scarborough Southwest and University—Rosedale and the Quebec riding of Terrebonne will head to the polls on April 13. By-elections are normally not high-stakes and voter turnout is usually lower than general elections, however, the Liberals are within reach of a majority government which could change the tone and policy priorities in the House of Commons.

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