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27-05-2025
- General
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King Charles visits Canada: How important do you feel the royal tour is for the country? Was the throne speech impactful?
King Charles and Queen Camilla arrived in Ottawa, Ont., on Monday, commencing their much anticipated visit as it marks the monarch's first official trip to Canada since ascending the throne in 2022. The royal visit is significant for its timing — happening after Prime Minister Mark Carney took office amid tense U.S.-Canada relations — but also marks a noteworthy moment for the King, who becomes the first reigning monarch since 1957 to deliver the speech from the throne. As the two-day trip symbolizes a reaffirmation of Canada's constitutional monarchy and its unique national identity, Yahoo News Canada wants users to weigh in on key topics of discussion surrounding this event. The timing of the King and Queen's visit is seen as a strategic move by the Canadian prime minister, after U.S. President Donald Trump has consistently undermined Canada's sovereignty with his "51st state" rhetoric. In an expert's view, by inviting the monarch to open the 45th Canadian Parliament, Carney aims to reinforce Canada's deep-rooted ties to the British Commonwealth and the country's unique political system. I think that one of the motives of PM Carney to invite the King is to put more heft into the idea that Canada is a sovereign country with deep roots to one of the oldest allies beyond the US and is de facto a signal to Trump that Canada could never be for Mendes, constitutional expert, University of Ottawa Charles and Camilla's visit also puts in spotlight the ongoing chatter surrounding the role of the monarchy in Canada and how Canadians feel about it. Fresh polling by Pollara Strategic Insights leading up to the two-day event revealed a warming attitude towards the constitutional monarchy, with 48 per cent of Canadians giving the King's throne speech a nod and viewing it as good for Canada's sovereignty. However, an Angus Reid Institute public opinion poll showed 83 per cent of Canadians "don't care" that King Charles will deliver throne speech. Despite the apathy, more respondents said monarch's speech is a "good thing" than "bad." During their stay the royal couple will take part in a number of ceremonial and cultural events celebrating Canada's diverse heritage — including the country's Indigenous, French and British roots. The activities are designed to strengthen the bond between Canadian citizens and the Crown, reinstating an emphasis on unity and national pride. The 76-year-old monarch's commitment to seeing through his royal duties seems evident in this visit, despite undergoing cancer treatment. Therefore, symbolizing Canada's enduring relationship with the Crown and reassertion of the Canadian sovereignty on the global stage.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
King Charles visits Canada: How important do you feel the royal tour is for the country? Will it change Trump's view on Canada?
King Charles and Queen Camilla arrived in Ottawa, Ont., on Monday, commencing their much anticipated visit as it marks the monarch's first official trip to Canada since ascending the throne in 2022. The royal visit is significant for its timing — happening after Prime Minister Mark Carney took office amid tense U.S.-Canada relations — but also marks a noteworthy moment for the King, who becomes the first reigning monarch since 1957 to deliver the speech from the throne. As the two-day trip symbolizes a reaffirmation of Canada's constitutional monarchy and its unique national identity, Yahoo News Canada wants users to weigh in on key topics of discussion surrounding this event. The timing of the King and Queen's visit is seen as a strategic move by the Canadian prime minister, after U.S. President Donald Trump has consistently undermined Canada's sovereignty with his "51st state" rhetoric. In an expert's view, by inviting the monarch to open the 45th Canadian Parliament, Carney aims to reinforce Canada's deep-rooted ties to the British Commonwealth and the country's unique political system. I think that one of the motives of PM Carney to invite the King is to put more heft into the idea that Canada is a sovereign country with deep roots to one of the oldest allies beyond the US and is de facto a signal to Trump that Canada could never be for Mendes, constitutional expert, University of Ottawa Charles and Camilla's visit also puts in spotlight the ongoing chatter surrounding the role of the monarchy in Canada and how Canadians feel about it. Fresh polling by Pollara Strategic Insights leading up to the two-day event revealed a warming attitude towards the constitutional monarchy, with 48 per cent of Canadians giving the King's throne speech a nod and viewing it as good for Canada's sovereignty. However, an Angus Reid Institute public opinion poll showed 83 per cent of Canadians "don't care" that King Charles will deliver throne speech. Despite the apathy, more respondents said monarch's speech is a "good thing" than "bad." During their stay the royal couple will take part in a number of ceremonial and cultural events celebrating Canada's diverse heritage — including the country's Indigenous, French and British roots. The activities are designed to strengthen the bond between Canadian citizens and the Crown, reinstating an emphasis on unity and national pride. The 76-year-old monarch's commitment to seeing through his royal duties seems evident in this visit, despite undergoing cancer treatment. Therefore, symbolizing Canada's enduring relationship with the Crown and reassertion of the Canadian sovereignty on the global stage.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
'Next big challenge is dealing with President Trump': Experts forecast what's next for Mark Carney as Canada's PM
Canadian experts are weighing in on the road ahead for Liberal Party leader Mark Carney, who will form the country's next government after securing enough votes on election night to edge out Pierre Poilievre and his Conservatives. In an election cycle that revolved around issues ranging from Donald Trump's tariff war and annexation threat to the domestic affordability crisis, Carney wooed voters with a message of strength and unity against the U.S. president's harsh treatment of Canada over the last three months. "It really is a world-historical event as it is hard to come up with any examples of a party that was left for dead to win an election a few months later," international affairs expert Stephen Saideman told Yahoo News Canada. However, political scientist Larry LeDuc feels the Liberal win fell short of a more decisive win as the polls predicted over the last few weeks. "I wouldn't call the Liberal win a 'stunning victory', except maybe in the context of what we might have expected a few months ago before Trudeau's resignation," LeDuc told Yahoo News Canada. In January, most public polls had Justin Trudeau's Liberals set for a historic loss — which transformed into a significant comeback on the back of Trump's 51st state rhetoric and Carney succeeding the former prime minister. A week or so ago, the polls were suggesting a more decisive victory, with a spread of as much as six or more points in the popular vote. But the vote was much closer than that, and this helped the Conservatives quite a bit in that final LeDuc, professor emeritus, political science, University of Toronto While Carney may have secured enough votes to give Liberals a fourth consecutive term, his job is far from done. Experts believe the road ahead will present daunting challenges for the prime minister. "The next big challenge is dealing with President Trump and trying to get the tariffs he's placed on Canada removed," political scientist Grace Skogstad told Yahoo News Canada. Donald Trump's tariff and annexation attacks on Canada thrust him into the heart of this year's federal election with experts agreeing his absence from the Canadian election campaign could have resulted in a very different outcome on April 28. Other than Trump, Carney will be faced with a serious task of proving his government doesn't repeat the mistakes of his predecessor's era, according to political science expert Phil Triadafilopoulos. "The big challenges for Carney include distinguishing himself from his predecessor (Justin Trudeau), to protect against claims that he is more of the same," he told Yahoo News Canada. Although a united Canada was at the forefront of Carney victory speech Monday night, Skogstad feels the Liberals have a part to play in making "Alberta and Saskatchewan residents feel they are being included and valued in Canada." During the election campaign there had been reports of concerns over feelings of western alienation in among voters in Saskatchewan and Alberta. Sask. Premier Scott Moe had rejected the discussion on western independence and promoted a "united Canada," but demanded the federal parties give Saskatchewan the respect it deserves.
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Canada federal election 2025 top polls: Are you happy with Mark Carney, Liberal party's victory? Did Trump's trade war impact your vote?
The Liberal Party of Canada staged a historic comeback in the 2025 federal election with Mark Carney at the helm to form Canada's next government and enter their fourth consecutive term — a rare occurrence in Canadian politics. Threats to trade and sovereignty from U.S. President Donald Trump are also believed to have played a key role in likely sparking a wave of nationalism that worked to the party's benefit. Yahoo News Canada put together several non-scientific polls targeting key issues for Canadians who voted in the federal election and their satisfaction with the results. The poll are placed in election stories across the Yahoo Canada network, and are not targeted at any particular demographic. The polls also allow users to return to the page and vote twice, should their opinions change. The goal of the polls is to tap into public sentiment on critical matters ranging from which leader ran the best campaign to whether Donald Trump's tariff and annexation threats swayed their vote. Yahoo News Canada published a fresh poll for readers to reflect on the results from the election night. The poll aims to gauge public sentiment on the Liberals being re-elected for a fourth time and Mark Carney returning as Canada's prime minister. The Canadian electoral system uses a "first-past-the-post" voting model. It means the candidate with the most votes in each of the 343 constituencies (ridings) wins a seat in the House of Commons. Candidates can chose to represent a political party, or they can run independently. The party that wins the most seats forms Canada's next government, with the leader of the party taking on the job of prime minister. The runner-up becomes the official Opposition. To form a majority, a party must win more than half of the seats. If not, it results in a minority government, requiring support from other parties to pass laws. For instance, the Liberals neared the majority-mark of 172 as counting of votes continued on election night. If they are unsuccessful in passing that number, they will form a minority government. To reflect where Canadians stand on their electoral process, Yahoo News Canada published a live poll. The model has been criticized for distorting voters' choices, allowing a party to win the majority of seats in the House of Commons with less than 40 per cent of the vote and delivering wildly different seat counts to parties that win similar shares of the vote. In 2015, the then-PM Justin Trudeau had vowed to abolish the first-past-the-post voting system. However, Trudeau failed to do so. In his resignation as prime minister after 9 years, he shared his "one regret" was not being able to implement ranked choice voting in Canada. One of the most popular Yahoo News Canada polls so far which revolves around Donald Trump and the United States launching a trade war with Canada. The poll has three options gauging whether Canadians changed their voting intention after the U.S. trade war began. The vast majority of readers say the tariff saga had no impact on their decision, while some admit to having changed their mind. Only few respondents opted for the third option: "I am yet to make up my mind." Canada witnessed record advance voting numbers to set the stage for April 28 election day with 7.3 million Canadians, reportedly, casting their ballots over the four days of advance polling during the Easter long weekend. Early voting turnout remained strong across every province and territory except Yukon. Atlantic Canada and B.C. saw the biggest spikes. A poll discussing which issues mattered most to Canadians, followed by which party's values align the best with Canadians have revealed familiar patterns so far. Canadian readers largely supported the Conservatives, while also marking cost of living and Trump's threats as their top two priorities with respect to life in Canada. Note: Yahoo News Canada polls on federal election 2025 do not follow scientific polling method and are only meant to gauge public opinion. Users are allowed to vote more than once should they change their mind. The party ideology poll falls in the vein of who Canadians want to be PM and which leader they felt won the debate. The Conservative Party of Canada dominated each, suggesting a slightly different narrative than polls across the country which show the Liberals with a lead. As part of their Canada-wide campaign in the lead up to April 28, leaders remained razor-sharped in addressing trade tensions with Trump, tax cuts and domestic industrial growth. Health care, social justice and climate action were also part of the leaders' pitches throughout the election cycle. Yahoo News Canada users took a look back at the election cycle to pick a leader who, in their opinion, turned out on top in running an efficient campaign. Poll respondents could take into account how engaged they felt by a leader and if they did a fair job in addressing their top concerns. After a tumultuous 28-day campaign, this poll examined the motivations driving Canadian voters to polling stations across the country. The poll presents readers with six options that cover: a voter's willingness to exercise their democratic right; Canada's sovereignty; a strong feeling to see a change in leadership; Trump's trade war; a different issue; other.
Yahoo
29-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Canada federal election 2025 live updates and results: Mark Carney's Liberals projected to form next government
The Liberal Party of Canada under Mark Carney is projected to form the next government, according to the Canadian Press. The party has secured enough votes to edge out challenges from Pierre Poilievre and the Conservative Party of Canada, while the New Democratic Party saw their voter turnout plummet on April 28. It was one of the most consequential votes in Canadian history, a battle set to the backdrop of increased tensions relating to U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs and trade war. The last of the polling stations across the country closed at 10 p.m. EST. Currently, results across Canada's 343 ridings are being counted, which will dictate whether the Liberals form a majority or minority government for their fourth consecutive term. In order to secure a majority, the Liberals need 172 seats in the House of Commons. The two parties that have largely divided Canadians this election are the Conservatives and Liberals. It's been a tight race ever since a federal election was called in March 2025, which came following the resignation of former prime minister Justin Trudeau and the prorogation of Parliament. For the latest updates, news and analysis, follow along with our Yahoo News Canada live blog. With a Liberal government projected to win the 2025 federal election, here are the latest results pertaining to which party is leading or has been elected in Canada's 343 ridings. The threshold for a majority is 172. We will be updating this chart every 15 minutes here at Yahoo Canada, but for a more detailed breakdown, visit Global News. U.S. president Donald Trump's role in Canada's 2025 federal election was a burning issue on election day against the backdrop of multiple election desksy projecting a Liberal government. In the view of some of Canada's political science and foreign policy experts, Trump reshaped the Canadian election. The commentary followed polling from recent weeks reflecting a significant turnaround by the Liberal party — who were pretty much down and out about three months ago under Justin Trudeau, according to polls in January. However, Mark Carney's succession as Liberal leader against the backdrop of a tariff war with the U.S. and annexation threat from Trump seems to have changed the course of this election, according to different experts. "Trump altered the course of this campaign," political science expert Eric Merkley told Yahoo News Canada, further sharing that voters were pushed away from third parties and towards the Liberals fearing Trumpism. This election would have gone very differently without Trump's attacks on Canada's economy and sovereignty. — Eric Merkley, assistant professor, University of Toronto International affairs specialist Stephen Saideman added, "Trump always wants to make things about himself, and he was largely successful in this case." Political scientist Christopher Cochrane agrees Trump may have given Liberals a shot but the fault lies with the Conservatives too. "I think Trump is only partially responsible: the Conservatives could have pivoted their campaign or, for that matter, they could have kept Erin O'Toole as leader instead of moving in a more populist direction under Pierre Poilievre, in which case I suspect the Conservatives would have won this election quite easily, even with what's happening in the United States," — Christopher Cochrane, professor, University of Toronto. "The Conservatives had ways to win; even with Trump is power in the U.S," he added. The Canadian Press decision desk is projecting that Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet has won his Quebec riding of Beloeil-Chambly. The Canadian Press decision desk projects the Liberal Party of Canada under Mark Carney will form the next government. For more information on the result, check out The Canadian Press story here. Voters in British Columbia and the Yukon have finished casting their ballots at 10 p.m. EST. It marks the last two jurisdictions to participate in the 2025 federal election. Results are currently being counted nationwide, as Canadians await a highly anticipated decision for which party will form the next government, and who will be prime minister. As of 9:30 p.m. EST, the majority of polling stations are now closed. That comes after a big wave that saw the final ballots being cast in Ontario, Quebec, the Prairies, Nunavut and the Northwest Territories. These jurisdictions make up 267 of Canada's ridings, with the most coming from Ontario (122) and Quebec (78). See the latest numbers come in from Elections Canada, here. Early results from Atlantic Canada are showing a tight race, following a short, intense and heated federal election campaign. The Canadian Press decision desk says the Liberals are leading in 22 of the 32 ridings where polls have closed, while in the 2021 election, the Liberals took 24 of 32 seats in the region. Six seats went to the Conservatives and another six undetermined. So far, the Liberals are leading with 52 per cent of votes, compared to 21 per cent for the Conservatives. Polls are set to close in less than an hour in vote-rich Ontario and Quebec, as well as the Prairies, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut. The Newfoundland riding that had been held for a decade by Gudie Hutchings, a Liberal cabinet minister, has flipped to the Conservatives. Hutchings had opted not to seek another mandate in this election. For more from the Canadian Press, read here. With the polls closing across the country, parties will turn their attention to key battlegrounds that could tip the balance. In the Greater Toronto Area, the swing ridings that could prove to be decisive include Eglinton-Lawrence — a seat although Liberal for decades, the Conservatives are hoping to flip. Pierre Poilievre's Conservatives are also targeting Ajax, Ont. while hoping to defend gains in Durham and Bowmanville-Oshawa North. In British Columbia, suburbs around Vancouver, like Burnaby and Richmond, are likely to witness tight races with the Liberals, Conservatives and NDP locked in three-way fights. Liberals also wish to retake Victoria, B.C. while being mildly optimistic about their chances in Kelowna as well. In Ottawa, all eyes are on Carleton — where Poilievre faces tightening polls, along with Ottawa Centre — where the NDP's Joel Harden will be pushing hard to recapture a former stronghold against the Liberals. suburban Kanata will possibly see the Liberals fend off an imposing challenge by the Conservatives. Last-minute shifts across the key battlegrounds could define the next government. To stay up-to-date on the latest results and breakdown across the country, watch the live video from Global News' election night coverage at the top of this post. For a full breakdown of how the country is voting, check out the results on the Election Canada page. Three of Liberal Leader Mark Carney's cabinet ministers have been re-elected. Joanne Thompson was elected in St. John's East, N.L., Kody Blois was elected in Kings—Hants, N.S., and Dominic LeBlanc was elected in Beauséjour, N.B. The Liberals have won the ridings of Avalon and Cape Spear. The Conservatives have won the ridings of Central Newfoundland and Long Range Mountains — the latter was held by former cabinet minister Gudie Hutchings, who did not seek re-election. If you're having trouble accessing the Elections Canada website, you're not alone. Parts of the site are currently down, which includes the homepage. As of writing, its election results page is currently running fine. The 2025 Canada federal election is more than just about the deteriorating relationship with the U.S. as global powers like China, India, U.K. and Australia — countries that are also subjected to Trump's aggressive trade policies — watch closely. China is hoping to reset relations with Canada, offering a partnership against American "bullying," according to a BBC report. Leaders like Mark Carney and Pierre Poilievre, however, remain wary. Comparing Canada's battle between economic pragmatism and culture wars to U.K. debates, the British are looking at lessons for their own politics. Australia, too, sees parallels with Canada, exploring the potential for shared security ties and future opportunities for deeper cooperation. India-Canada relations remain strained following allegations of the Indian government being involved in in the 2023 killing of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in British Columbia. This election could reshape ties. Justin Trudeau's successor, Mark Carney has hinted at getting on better terms with India, while Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre may or may not take a different path. All the four countries — in the event of facing a protectionist American administration — likely stand to gain from a strengthened friendship with Canada. NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh is in his home riding of Burnaby Central tonight, waiting to learn his party's fate — and his own. After a campaign that saw the New Democrats fight to hold seats in what appeared to be largely a two-party race, some observers warn that the NDP could lose official party status — an outcome that would threaten Singh's leadership. A political party needs at least 12 members in the House of Commons to be a 'recognized party" in parliamentary proceedings. NDP officials say they're feeling good about get-out-the-vote efforts and report internal polling suggesting late momentum gains in Ontario and B.C., where Singh spent many of the last days of the campaign. But some in the NDP campaign say they worry that rain in Metro Vancouver may dissuade some people from going to the polls. Singh and the NDP have spent the election campaign reminding voters of the role they played in introducing the dental-care and pharmacare programs in the previous minority government. But Singh's support for Justin Trudeau's government allowed Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre to launch a pre-election offensive tying him to the unpopular prime minister. And in an election which has seen many left-centre voters side with the Liberals, Singh has watched his own party's support dwindle, with polls suggesting he may lose half of the seats he came into the election with. Singh's election-night event is happening in a hotel ballroom in his riding. The room isn't expected to fill up until around 11 p.m. ET because volunteers and staff will be working right up to when polls close in B.C. at 10 p.m. ET. Singh ended the election on a sombre note, telling Canadians that electing New Democrats is the only way to ensure the next government is kept honest and accountable to Canadians. Polling stations are now closed in the remaining Atlantic provinces of Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick. N.S. is home to 11 seats, while P.E.I. and New Brunswick have four and 10, respectively. Polls still remain open across the rest of the country. At 8:30 p.m. NST (7 p.m. EST) polling stations in Newfoundland and Labrador stopped collecting ballots. It marks the first region in Canada that has completed its 12-hour voting window. Now, election officials will start to count votes coming from N.L. to determine who will represent the province's seven ridings in the House of Commons. Canada's election has been dominated by concerns about U.S. President Donald Trump. The issues he's created and brought forward, such as those in relation to tariffs and the nation's sovereignty, have weighed heavy on the minds of Canadians. However, it hasn't distracted them fully from other conc, such as those in relation to climate change and healthcare. Elections Canada enforces strict rules when Canadians cast their ballots. When it comes to the process, Voters can make their ballot with a pencil, pen, or even crayon by marking an X next to their candidate. Voters can then proceed to folding the ballot and placing it in the box. Ballots marked with a pencil are not at risk of being changed or tampered with, according to Elections Canada. Once dropped in the ballot box, it can only be unsealed at the time of counting on election day. Phones can be used to help in the identification process. They can also be used to help read the ballot — as long as no images are saved, meaning that photographing and filming is generally prohibited. For those who are enthusiastic about voting and want to share the experience with friends, Elections Canada recommends to "take a photo of yourself outside of the polling station.' Polls close at staggered times to allow a national results rollout, with votes counted only by hand at every polling station. The votes are counted by election workers under tight security and a paper trail is maintained. Recounts happen automatically if the margin between first and second place is razor-thin — less than one-thousandth of votes cast. For more on what is and what's not allowed, read more from the National Post. From Thursday through Sunday, Abacus Data conducted polling of 2,500 Canadians, which it called its 'largest sample of the campaign.' As it did on April 21, their final likely-voter model, which only polls people who've already voted or are almost certainly going to, predicts the Liberal party will garner 41 per cent of the popular vote to the Conservatives' 39 per cent. The NDP and Bloc Québécois are relegated to 10 and six per cent, respectively. There was little change regionally, with the Tories strongest in Alberta and the Prairies, the Liberals from Quebec east, and election night battlegrounds setting up in Ontario and B.C. Those results were similar across almost every poll. While Mark Carney and the Liberals maintain a narrow lead, Abacus CEO David Coletto wrote that a high voter turnout could help Pierre Poilievre and the Conservatives. 'Our model assumes participation in the high-60s to low-70s,' he wrote. 'If we're low — say it pushes well north of 70 per cent — that means more late deciders and infrequent voters, a pool that leans Conservative 39-37 (per cent).' For more from the National Post, including findings from polls like Liason Strategies and Angus Reid, read here. Liberal Leader Mark Carney cast his ballot at an Anglican church in Ottawa alongside his wife, Diana Fox Carney. While Carney is running for a seat in Nepean, he voted in the nearby Ottawa–Vanier–Gloucester riding where he currently lives and where Liberal candidate Mona Fortier is running for re-election. Mark Carney and Pierre Poilievre are taking to social media to get their messages out on Election Day. Both the Liberal and Conservative leaders are sharing videos to X, formerly known as Twitter, as they encourage Canadians to vote, as they stand behind the issues they've broadcasted throughout their campaigns. Carney continues on his messaging that he's the right person to take on Donald Trump amid Canada's trade war with the U.S. It's come by resharing his viral video with Mike Myers, and also recently a jab that is likely in reference to Canada's recent win over the U.S. at the Four Nations Face-Off. "In this trade war, just like in hockey, we will win," said Carney while at a campaign stop in Windsor, Ont. "We need to leave everything on the ice." Today, we leave everything on the ice. #CanadaStrong — Mark Carney (@MarkJCarney) April 28, 2025 This is Canada — and we decide what happens here. — Mark Carney (@MarkJCarney) April 28, 2025 This campaign has been about Canada — standing up for the country we love, and celebrating it every chance we go vote #CanadaStrong. — Mark Carney (@MarkJCarney) April 28, 2025 Poilievre continues to rally around his slogan of "Vote for Change," one he's stood behind as he looks to both, "bring home" a win for the Conservatives and stop a fourth Liberal term. His social media efforts started bright and early, with an almost four-minute clip from his rally a day earlier in Edwards, Ont. In subsequent videos, he encouraged Canadians to go out in vote both in English and French. In between his efforts, he also sent a message to Donald Trump, telling him to "stay out of our election" after the U.S. president implied that Canadians should vote for someone who's OK with his 51st state agenda. Vote for to restore the Canadian Conservative. — Pierre Poilievre (@PierrePoilievre) April 28, 2025 Let's bring it home. Vote for Change today. Vote Conservative. Find where to vote here: — Pierre Poilievre (@PierrePoilievre) April 28, 2025 J'ai un message pour les jeunes: si vous voulez que ça change, allez voter! Votez pour le changement. Votez conservateur. — Pierre Poilievre (@PierrePoilievre) April 28, 2025 Vote out where to vote here: — Pierre Poilievre (@PierrePoilievre) April 28, 2025 With a Liberal government projected to win the 2025 federal election, here are the latest results pertaining to which party is leading or has been elected in Canada's 343 ridings. The threshold for a majority is 172. We will be updating this chart every 15 minutes here at Yahoo Canada, but for a more detailed breakdown, visit Global News. U.S. president Donald Trump's role in Canada's 2025 federal election was a burning issue on election day against the backdrop of multiple election desksy projecting a Liberal government. In the view of some of Canada's political science and foreign policy experts, Trump reshaped the Canadian election. The commentary followed polling from recent weeks reflecting a significant turnaround by the Liberal party — who were pretty much down and out about three months ago under Justin Trudeau, according to polls in January. However, Mark Carney's succession as Liberal leader against the backdrop of a tariff war with the U.S. and annexation threat from Trump seems to have changed the course of this election, according to different experts. "Trump altered the course of this campaign," political science expert Eric Merkley told Yahoo News Canada, further sharing that voters were pushed away from third parties and towards the Liberals fearing Trumpism. This election would have gone very differently without Trump's attacks on Canada's economy and sovereignty. — Eric Merkley, assistant professor, University of Toronto International affairs specialist Stephen Saideman added, "Trump always wants to make things about himself, and he was largely successful in this case." Political scientist Christopher Cochrane agrees Trump may have given Liberals a shot but the fault lies with the Conservatives too. "I think Trump is only partially responsible: the Conservatives could have pivoted their campaign or, for that matter, they could have kept Erin O'Toole as leader instead of moving in a more populist direction under Pierre Poilievre, in which case I suspect the Conservatives would have won this election quite easily, even with what's happening in the United States," — Christopher Cochrane, professor, University of Toronto. "The Conservatives had ways to win; even with Trump is power in the U.S," he added. The Canadian Press decision desk is projecting that Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet has won his Quebec riding of Beloeil-Chambly. The Canadian Press decision desk projects the Liberal Party of Canada under Mark Carney will form the next government. For more information on the result, check out The Canadian Press story here. Voters in British Columbia and the Yukon have finished casting their ballots at 10 p.m. EST. It marks the last two jurisdictions to participate in the 2025 federal election. Results are currently being counted nationwide, as Canadians await a highly anticipated decision for which party will form the next government, and who will be prime minister. As of 9:30 p.m. EST, the majority of polling stations are now closed. That comes after a big wave that saw the final ballots being cast in Ontario, Quebec, the Prairies, Nunavut and the Northwest Territories. These jurisdictions make up 267 of Canada's ridings, with the most coming from Ontario (122) and Quebec (78). See the latest numbers come in from Elections Canada, here. Early results from Atlantic Canada are showing a tight race, following a short, intense and heated federal election campaign. The Canadian Press decision desk says the Liberals are leading in 22 of the 32 ridings where polls have closed, while in the 2021 election, the Liberals took 24 of 32 seats in the region. Six seats went to the Conservatives and another six undetermined. So far, the Liberals are leading with 52 per cent of votes, compared to 21 per cent for the Conservatives. Polls are set to close in less than an hour in vote-rich Ontario and Quebec, as well as the Prairies, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut. The Newfoundland riding that had been held for a decade by Gudie Hutchings, a Liberal cabinet minister, has flipped to the Conservatives. Hutchings had opted not to seek another mandate in this election. For more from the Canadian Press, read here. With the polls closing across the country, parties will turn their attention to key battlegrounds that could tip the balance. In the Greater Toronto Area, the swing ridings that could prove to be decisive include Eglinton-Lawrence — a seat although Liberal for decades, the Conservatives are hoping to flip. Pierre Poilievre's Conservatives are also targeting Ajax, Ont. while hoping to defend gains in Durham and Bowmanville-Oshawa North. In British Columbia, suburbs around Vancouver, like Burnaby and Richmond, are likely to witness tight races with the Liberals, Conservatives and NDP locked in three-way fights. Liberals also wish to retake Victoria, B.C. while being mildly optimistic about their chances in Kelowna as well. In Ottawa, all eyes are on Carleton — where Poilievre faces tightening polls, along with Ottawa Centre — where the NDP's Joel Harden will be pushing hard to recapture a former stronghold against the Liberals. suburban Kanata will possibly see the Liberals fend off an imposing challenge by the Conservatives. Last-minute shifts across the key battlegrounds could define the next government. To stay up-to-date on the latest results and breakdown across the country, watch the live video from Global News' election night coverage at the top of this post. For a full breakdown of how the country is voting, check out the results on the Election Canada page. Three of Liberal Leader Mark Carney's cabinet ministers have been re-elected. Joanne Thompson was elected in St. John's East, N.L., Kody Blois was elected in Kings—Hants, N.S., and Dominic LeBlanc was elected in Beauséjour, N.B. The Liberals have won the ridings of Avalon and Cape Spear. The Conservatives have won the ridings of Central Newfoundland and Long Range Mountains — the latter was held by former cabinet minister Gudie Hutchings, who did not seek re-election. If you're having trouble accessing the Elections Canada website, you're not alone. Parts of the site are currently down, which includes the homepage. As of writing, its election results page is currently running fine. The 2025 Canada federal election is more than just about the deteriorating relationship with the U.S. as global powers like China, India, U.K. and Australia — countries that are also subjected to Trump's aggressive trade policies — watch closely. China is hoping to reset relations with Canada, offering a partnership against American "bullying," according to a BBC report. Leaders like Mark Carney and Pierre Poilievre, however, remain wary. Comparing Canada's battle between economic pragmatism and culture wars to U.K. debates, the British are looking at lessons for their own politics. Australia, too, sees parallels with Canada, exploring the potential for shared security ties and future opportunities for deeper cooperation. India-Canada relations remain strained following allegations of the Indian government being involved in in the 2023 killing of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in British Columbia. This election could reshape ties. Justin Trudeau's successor, Mark Carney has hinted at getting on better terms with India, while Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre may or may not take a different path. All the four countries — in the event of facing a protectionist American administration — likely stand to gain from a strengthened friendship with Canada. NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh is in his home riding of Burnaby Central tonight, waiting to learn his party's fate — and his own. After a campaign that saw the New Democrats fight to hold seats in what appeared to be largely a two-party race, some observers warn that the NDP could lose official party status — an outcome that would threaten Singh's leadership. A political party needs at least 12 members in the House of Commons to be a 'recognized party" in parliamentary proceedings. NDP officials say they're feeling good about get-out-the-vote efforts and report internal polling suggesting late momentum gains in Ontario and B.C., where Singh spent many of the last days of the campaign. But some in the NDP campaign say they worry that rain in Metro Vancouver may dissuade some people from going to the polls. Singh and the NDP have spent the election campaign reminding voters of the role they played in introducing the dental-care and pharmacare programs in the previous minority government. But Singh's support for Justin Trudeau's government allowed Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre to launch a pre-election offensive tying him to the unpopular prime minister. And in an election which has seen many left-centre voters side with the Liberals, Singh has watched his own party's support dwindle, with polls suggesting he may lose half of the seats he came into the election with. Singh's election-night event is happening in a hotel ballroom in his riding. The room isn't expected to fill up until around 11 p.m. ET because volunteers and staff will be working right up to when polls close in B.C. at 10 p.m. ET. Singh ended the election on a sombre note, telling Canadians that electing New Democrats is the only way to ensure the next government is kept honest and accountable to Canadians. Polling stations are now closed in the remaining Atlantic provinces of Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick. N.S. is home to 11 seats, while P.E.I. and New Brunswick have four and 10, respectively. Polls still remain open across the rest of the country. At 8:30 p.m. NST (7 p.m. EST) polling stations in Newfoundland and Labrador stopped collecting ballots. It marks the first region in Canada that has completed its 12-hour voting window. Now, election officials will start to count votes coming from N.L. to determine who will represent the province's seven ridings in the House of Commons. Canada's election has been dominated by concerns about U.S. President Donald Trump. The issues he's created and brought forward, such as those in relation to tariffs and the nation's sovereignty, have weighed heavy on the minds of Canadians. However, it hasn't distracted them fully from other conc, such as those in relation to climate change and healthcare. Elections Canada enforces strict rules when Canadians cast their ballots. When it comes to the process, Voters can make their ballot with a pencil, pen, or even crayon by marking an X next to their candidate. Voters can then proceed to folding the ballot and placing it in the box. Ballots marked with a pencil are not at risk of being changed or tampered with, according to Elections Canada. Once dropped in the ballot box, it can only be unsealed at the time of counting on election day. Phones can be used to help in the identification process. They can also be used to help read the ballot — as long as no images are saved, meaning that photographing and filming is generally prohibited. For those who are enthusiastic about voting and want to share the experience with friends, Elections Canada recommends to "take a photo of yourself outside of the polling station.' Polls close at staggered times to allow a national results rollout, with votes counted only by hand at every polling station. The votes are counted by election workers under tight security and a paper trail is maintained. Recounts happen automatically if the margin between first and second place is razor-thin — less than one-thousandth of votes cast. For more on what is and what's not allowed, read more from the National Post. From Thursday through Sunday, Abacus Data conducted polling of 2,500 Canadians, which it called its 'largest sample of the campaign.' As it did on April 21, their final likely-voter model, which only polls people who've already voted or are almost certainly going to, predicts the Liberal party will garner 41 per cent of the popular vote to the Conservatives' 39 per cent. The NDP and Bloc Québécois are relegated to 10 and six per cent, respectively. There was little change regionally, with the Tories strongest in Alberta and the Prairies, the Liberals from Quebec east, and election night battlegrounds setting up in Ontario and B.C. Those results were similar across almost every poll. While Mark Carney and the Liberals maintain a narrow lead, Abacus CEO David Coletto wrote that a high voter turnout could help Pierre Poilievre and the Conservatives. 'Our model assumes participation in the high-60s to low-70s,' he wrote. 'If we're low — say it pushes well north of 70 per cent — that means more late deciders and infrequent voters, a pool that leans Conservative 39-37 (per cent).' For more from the National Post, including findings from polls like Liason Strategies and Angus Reid, read here. Liberal Leader Mark Carney cast his ballot at an Anglican church in Ottawa alongside his wife, Diana Fox Carney. While Carney is running for a seat in Nepean, he voted in the nearby Ottawa–Vanier–Gloucester riding where he currently lives and where Liberal candidate Mona Fortier is running for re-election. Mark Carney and Pierre Poilievre are taking to social media to get their messages out on Election Day. Both the Liberal and Conservative leaders are sharing videos to X, formerly known as Twitter, as they encourage Canadians to vote, as they stand behind the issues they've broadcasted throughout their campaigns. Carney continues on his messaging that he's the right person to take on Donald Trump amid Canada's trade war with the U.S. It's come by resharing his viral video with Mike Myers, and also recently a jab that is likely in reference to Canada's recent win over the U.S. at the Four Nations Face-Off. "In this trade war, just like in hockey, we will win," said Carney while at a campaign stop in Windsor, Ont. "We need to leave everything on the ice." Today, we leave everything on the ice. #CanadaStrong — Mark Carney (@MarkJCarney) April 28, 2025 This is Canada — and we decide what happens here. — Mark Carney (@MarkJCarney) April 28, 2025 This campaign has been about Canada — standing up for the country we love, and celebrating it every chance we go vote #CanadaStrong. — Mark Carney (@MarkJCarney) April 28, 2025 Poilievre continues to rally around his slogan of "Vote for Change," one he's stood behind as he looks to both, "bring home" a win for the Conservatives and stop a fourth Liberal term. His social media efforts started bright and early, with an almost four-minute clip from his rally a day earlier in Edwards, Ont. In subsequent videos, he encouraged Canadians to go out in vote both in English and French. In between his efforts, he also sent a message to Donald Trump, telling him to "stay out of our election" after the U.S. president implied that Canadians should vote for someone who's OK with his 51st state agenda. Vote for to restore the Canadian Conservative. — Pierre Poilievre (@PierrePoilievre) April 28, 2025 Let's bring it home. Vote for Change today. Vote Conservative. Find where to vote here: — Pierre Poilievre (@PierrePoilievre) April 28, 2025 J'ai un message pour les jeunes: si vous voulez que ça change, allez voter! Votez pour le changement. Votez conservateur. — Pierre Poilievre (@PierrePoilievre) April 28, 2025 Vote out where to vote here: — Pierre Poilievre (@PierrePoilievre) April 28, 2025
