Mark Carney addresses Liberal convention

The Prime Minister's speech comes amid reports that the Liberals are actively courting as many as eight more potential floor-crossers from the Conservative Party.

Carney defended his government's spending record, despite recent criticism over a $500,000 taxpayer bill for plane food during his first year in office.

The convention also saw the adoption of a motion to ban children under 16 from using social media, a policy aimed at protecting youth mental health.

Carney's leadership is seen as a pivotal force in the party's attempt to solidify its control over the House of Commons.