Overview

• Donald Trump’s threats to annex Canada as the 51st U.S. state and the imposition of steep tariffs have shifted the election focus to national sovereignty.
• Liberal leader Mark Carney, a former central banker with no prior political experience, has campaigned on his economic expertise to counter U.S. pressures.
• Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre’s initial 20-point lead eroded as his populist platform and perceived alignment with Trump alienated voters.
• Recent polls show the Liberals leading with 42% support to the Conservatives’ 38%, as Canadians rally around defending their autonomy.
• Economic tensions from the U.S.-Canada trade dispute have underscored the stakes of the election, with voters seeking leadership to navigate these challenges.