David Moscrop: As Carney will learn, Canada is a country that grinds down every PM

Carney’s challenge isn’t just to pass legislation—it’s to govern in a way that shifts public perception from early optimism to durable trust. Right now, Canadians are giving him and his government a thumbs up, a vote of confidence in his plan and his capacities. But if he mistakes a head start for a clear road ahead, he risks stumbling like so many of his predecessors. C-5 is a major step. But it’s not proof the system is working in his favour. Not yet.