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Canada Awaits Results of Closely Contested 2025 Federal Election

Early returns show tight races in key ridings, with record-breaking advance voter turnout shaping outcomes.

Malpeque Conservative candidate Jamie Fox, right, greets provincial Conservative MLA Brad Trivers at Sam’s Restaurant and Pub in Cornwall on April 28, where a small group of Fox’s supporters have gathered. Trivers said he’s on pins and needles tonight. “This one is different,” Trivers said.
Election Canada Workers guide voters to cast their ballot inside Campbell CollegiateÊ on Monday, April 28, 2025 in Regina. KAYLE NEIS / Regina Leader-Post
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Voters walk into Balfour Collegiate to cast their ballot for the 2025 Federal Election on Monday, April 28, 2025 in Regina.

Overview

  • Over 7.3 million Canadians cast advance ballots, marking a 25% increase from the 2021 election, with Essex recording the third-highest early voter turnout nationally.
  • Key battlegrounds in Saskatchewan, including Regina-Wascana and Desnethé—Missinippi—Churchill River, remain undecided as vote counting continues.
  • Liberal Mark Carney contested Nepean, and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre faced a crowded ballot in Carleton, highlighting high-profile Ottawa ridings.
  • Canada–U.S. trade tensions and the rising cost of living were top voter concerns, influencing engagement across regions.
  • Live results are being tracked as final tallies come in, with national seat projections expected to reflect the impact of unprecedented early turnout.