Advance Voting Begins in Ontario’s Winter Election as Party Leaders Rally Support

Ontario voters face reduced advance polling days and a contentious campaign marked by accusations and policy debates ahead of the February 27 election.

Advance polls for Ontario’s snap election are open from February 20 to 22, offering fewer days than usual due to the early election timing.
Progressive Conservative Leader Doug Ford has faced criticism from rivals for limited public appearances during the campaign, with accusations of avoiding scrutiny on key issues.
Liberal Leader Bonnie Crombie has focused her campaign on health care reform and economic policies, including promises to expand mental health coverage and implement tax cuts.
NDP Leader Marit Stiles has criticized the snap winter election as a tactic to suppress voter turnout and has emphasized affordability and health care reforms in her platform.
The Green Party, led by Mike Schreiner, is the only party to release a fully costed platform, prioritizing housing, environmental protection, and tax reforms.