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Right Decision: Bernier and Monday Afternoon

right decision: In a video posted on social media, Bernier said he was pleased, calling it the right decision, because now Canadians can look at all the options, according to CTV. Sign up for our Election Dispatch newsletter for a daily campaign update After not initially meeting all necessary criteria, the Commission has decided to include Bernier, who formed the still fledgling federal political party in 2018 with a vow to run a candidate in all 338 ridings. CTV News confirmed Monday afternoon that Bernier has accepted the invitation. Based on our further evaluation, I'm satisfied that more than one candidate endorsed by the party has a reasonable chance to be elected, said Commissioner David Johnston in a statement. The other five leaders were invited to participate on Aug. 12. Bernier will join Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau, Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, Green Party Leader Elizabeth May, and Bloc Quebecois Leader Yves-Francois Blanchet. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.