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Let the race begin

Plus: Boozary's out.
Ahmad Elbayoumi
February 9, 2026

THE LEDE

A busy weekend in Liberal land. The leadership contest’s rules are out — and the reaction is mixed. Another name is jumping into the race in Scarborough Southwest. Meanwhile, a big bash — and an even bigger endorsement — in Mississauga. More on all that ahead.

SCOOP — Andrew Boozary will not run Liberal leader.

Boozary is behind Dunn House, a 51-unit supportive housing project set for expansion by the University Health Network.

Boozary — the Toronto physician who had opened up a surprise lead in a hypothetical poll testing would-be candidates late last year — had been considering a run, but has instead chosen to keep his powder dry.

“I am deeply grateful for all the encouragement and support to consider the Ontario Liberal leadership. However, I will not be entering the race,” he said in a statement. “My focus remains on my work as a physician and my commitment to the patients and communities we serve. Public service takes many forms; for me, that means working alongside communities and collaborating with partners to improve health outcomes for all.”

THE LEDE

A busy weekend in Liberal land. The leadership contest’s rules are out — and the reaction is mixed. Another name is jumping into the race in Scarborough Southwest. Meanwhile, a big bash — and an even bigger endorsement — in Mississauga. More on all that ahead.

SCOOP — Andrew Boozary will not run Liberal leader.

Boozary is behind Dunn House, a 51-unit supportive housing project set for expansion by the University Health Network.

Boozary — the Toronto physician who had opened up a surprise lead in a hypothetical poll testing would-be candidates late last year — had been considering a run, but has instead chosen to keep his powder dry.

“I am deeply grateful for all the encouragement and support to consider the Ontario Liberal leadership. However, I will not be entering the race,” he said in a statement. “My focus remains on my work as a physician and my commitment to the patients and communities we serve. Public service takes many forms; for me, that means working alongside communities and collaborating with partners to improve health outcomes for all.”

THE LEDE

A busy weekend in Liberal land. The leadership contest’s rules are out — and the reaction is mixed. Another name is jumping into the race in Scarborough Southwest. Meanwhile, a big bash — and an even bigger endorsement — in Mississauga. More on all that ahead.

SCOOP — Andrew Boozary will not run Liberal leader.

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THE LEDE

A busy weekend in Liberal land. The leadership contest’s rules are out — and the reaction is mixed. Another name is jumping into the race in Scarborough Southwest. Meanwhile, a big bash — and an even bigger endorsement — in Mississauga. More on all that ahead.

SCOOP — Andrew Boozary will not run Liberal leader.

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THE LEDE

A busy weekend in Liberal land. The leadership contest’s rules are out — and the reaction is mixed. Another name is jumping into the race in Scarborough Southwest. Meanwhile, a big bash — and an even bigger endorsement — in Mississauga. More on all that ahead.

SCOOP — Andrew Boozary will not run Liberal leader.

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THE LEDE

A busy weekend in Liberal land. The leadership contest’s rules are out — and the reaction is mixed. Another name is jumping into the race in Scarborough Southwest. Meanwhile, a big bash — and an even bigger endorsement — in Mississauga. More on all that ahead.

SCOOP — Andrew Boozary will not run Liberal leader.

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THE LEDE

A busy weekend in Liberal land. The leadership contest’s rules are out — and the reaction is mixed. Another name is jumping into the race in Scarborough Southwest. Meanwhile, a big bash — and an even bigger endorsement — in Mississauga. More on all that ahead.

SCOOP — Andrew Boozary will not run Liberal leader.

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THE LEDE

A busy weekend in Liberal land. The leadership contest’s rules are out — and the reaction is mixed. Another name is jumping into the race in Scarborough Southwest. Meanwhile, a big bash — and an even bigger endorsement — in Mississauga. More on all that ahead.

SCOOP — Andrew Boozary will not run Liberal leader.

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THE LEDE

A busy weekend in Liberal land. The leadership contest’s rules are out — and the reaction is mixed. Another name is jumping into the race in Scarborough Southwest. Meanwhile, a big bash — and an even bigger endorsement — in Mississauga. More on all that ahead.

SCOOP — Andrew Boozary will not run Liberal leader.

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THE LEDE

A busy weekend in Liberal land. The leadership contest’s rules are out — and the reaction is mixed. Another name is jumping into the race in Scarborough Southwest. Meanwhile, a big bash — and an even bigger endorsement — in Mississauga. More on all that ahead.

SCOOP — Andrew Boozary will not run Liberal leader.

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THE LEDE

A busy weekend in Liberal land. The leadership contest’s rules are out — and the reaction is mixed. Another name is jumping into the race in Scarborough Southwest. Meanwhile, a big bash — and an even bigger endorsement — in Mississauga. More on all that ahead.

SCOOP — Andrew Boozary will not run Liberal leader.

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