OTTAWA – Voters will get two more chances to judge the Liberal government after the prime minister called byelections for two ridings this September.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the two byelections, one in Winnipeg’s Elmwood—Transcona and another in Montreal’s LaSalle—Émard—Verdun riding, with election day set for Sept. 16.

Former justice minister David Lametti resigned his seat in February opening the way for the byelection in Montreal. Trudeau had 180 days to call the election and waited until almost the last possible moment.

Byelections will go ahead in Winnipeg’s Elmwood—Transcona and another in Montreal’s LaSalle—Émard—Verdun riding{ai:summary}<p>In Ottawa, Trudeau’s clock ticked down, and now voters face their verdict. Byelections in Winnipeg and Montreal are set for September 16, as the former justice minister's resignation leaves a void in the Liberal ranks.</p><p>With the political stakes high, the PM's timing feels like a gamble. #politics</p>

Two more byelections to test Liberals and Trudeau called for September

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