Carney facing calls for action, change as Liberals dive into rare fourth term
Prime Minister Mark Carney secured a rare fourth-straight mandate for the Liberals, but the tight results suggest challenges ahead as the new government stickhandles an uncertain relationship with the United States and some provincial partners.
Conservatives spent campaign ‘fending off attacks on all sides’ as Liberals, third parties dominated Meta election ads, says expert
The five main parties spent more than $5.5-million on Facebook and Instagram ads in the first 30 days of the election campaign, with the Liberals leading the Conservatives by nearly $1-million heading into election day.
Change is needed when it comes to costed party platforms
Recent elections suggest voters are increasingly choosing to cast their ballots in advanced polls. This means they need the full details of platforms that much sooner.
Trump, tariffs, and the economy ‘crushed’ other election issues that can’t be ignored by the government, say politicos
The environment, climate change, public transit, Indigenous reconciliation, and Big Tech took a back seat during the campaign, but governing will mandate their attention, says NDP strategist Will Shelling.
Will anyone learn anything from the election that was?
Don’t give up, relationships matter, hubris is still a killer, and be careful what you wish for.
The true election loser? The mainstream press
This was an abysmal demonstration of Canadian mainstream journalism perfectly affirming the emperor’s-new-clothes’ approach to their democratic duty.
Blanchet’s Bloc doesn’t add value to Parliament
In this moment of great strain on Canada, hardline separatists like the Bloc Québécois leader and his caucus now hold the balance of power. What a tragedy for Canada.
Is Canada drifting towards a two-party trap?
The 2025 election results reveal the dangers of narrowing choices in an era that demands broader solutions.
Conservatives plunge into blame game after election defeat
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre acknowledged his party’s disappointment over failing to form government, but gave no indication in his concession speech that he intends to step down despite losing his own seat.
Carney, Poilievre address supporters in late-night election speeches
