Parliament returns after 5-month break, elects new Speaker

Описание: Parliament has resumed in Ottawa with Quebec Liberal MP Francis Scarpaleggia elected as the new Speaker of the House, prompting congratulations from Interim Opposition Leader Andrew Scheer and Prime Minister Mark Carney, who playfully asked for patience as he learns the ropes.

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