Annie Koutrakis launches campaign headquarters for Vimy
Today, March 29, in front of an assembly of approximately 115 people, outgoing MP and Liberal candidate for Vimy, Annie Koutrakis, enthusiastically inaugurated her new campaign headquarters on Saint Martin, located in the same building as the renowned Italian restaurant, Lugano’s.
During the event, Koutrakis emphasized the unwavering support of her campaign team and volunteers. She expressed confidence in the outgoing Prime Minister and Liberal Party leader, Mark Carney, declaring in several languages, “Canada will never be American, and we will never be like the Americans.” Her remarks underscored a clear vision to differentiate the Canadian model centered on innovation, solidarity, and national values from other approaches. Koutrakis further stated that Mark Carney transformed the party overnight upon his leadership, asserting that what Canada needs is a centrist leader with real experience rather than an immature figure whose qualifications are only on paper. In reference to his Conservative opponent, Pierre Poilievre, she critiqued his career politician background and reliance on slogans. She also reiterated the PLC’s commitments: “Have a self-reliant country. Rebuild, reinvest, and rearm.”
Among the notable supporters present was Carlos J. Leitão, former Quebec Finance Minister under Philippe Couillard (2014–October 2018) and current candidate in Marc-Aurèle Fortin. Additionally, several influential personalities from the Greek and Lebanese communities lent their support.
Koutrakis, who has represented Vimy since 2019 and previously served as parliamentary secretary to both the Minister of Tourism and the Minister responsible for the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec, affirmed that her campaign is a continuation of her long-standing commitment to an inclusive and dynamic Canada. She stated that her campaign headquarters reflects this vision, prioritizing proximity to citizens and transparency in communication.
According to polling data published by the aggregator Canada 338, Koutrakis currently leads comfortably in the riding, with a 56% chance of winning compared to 18% for Grace Daou, the Conservative candidate.
