May 2005 in Canada - May 24, 2005

May 24, 2005

• Liberal candidate Todd Russell wins a crucial by-election in the federal riding of Labrador. This result consolidates the shaky Liberal balance of power in the federal government. (CBC) The seat was left vacant by the death of Liberal MP Lawrence O'Brien.

• The Queen addresses the Legislative Assembly of Alberta on the last full day before her departure from Canada. (CBC)