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Liberal Party Retains Paul Chiang Despite Backlash Over Comments on Rival's Bounty

Mark Carney faces criticism for allowing Chiang to remain a candidate after remarks suggesting Conservative Joe Tay be taken to the Chinese consulate for a Hong Kong police bounty.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks at a press conference at the Port of Montreal in Montreal, Canada, on March 28, 2025
Canada's Prime Minister and Liberal Party leader Mark Carney greets volunteers and supporters during a stop at his campaign office in Ottawa, Ontario, on Saturday. (REUTERS)
Liberal Leader Mark Carney speaks at a press conference at the Port of Montreal, on March 28.

Overview

  • Paul Chiang, Liberal MP for Markham-Unionville, apologized for comments encouraging the rendition of Conservative candidate Joe Tay to the Chinese consulate to claim a bounty.
  • Joe Tay, a Hong Kong-born Canadian citizen and critic of Beijing, has been targeted by Hong Kong police with a bounty for alleged national security law violations.
  • Human rights advocates and opposition leaders, including Pierre Poilievre and Jenny Kwan, have called for Chiang's removal, citing his remarks as enabling transnational repression.
  • Despite mounting backlash, the Liberal Party, under Mark Carney's leadership, has decided to retain Chiang as a candidate in the federal election.
  • The controversy has reignited concerns over foreign interference in Canadian elections and the safety of diaspora communities critical of authoritarian regimes.