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Canadian Federal Leaders Finalize Preparations for Pivotal Montreal Debates

With debates set for April 16 and 17, party leaders aim to connect with undecided voters through sharp policy messaging and refined presentation.

This composite image shows, left to right, Liberal Leader Mark Carney on March 21, 2025; Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre on March 4, 2025; NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh on Jan. 22, 2025; Bloc Leader Yves-Francois Blanchet on March 5, 2025 and Green Party co-leader Jonathan Pedneault on March 5, 2025, in Ottawa.
Montreal Canadiens' Ivan Demidov (93) comes off the bench during first period NHL hockey action against the Chicago Blackhawks in Montreal, Monday, April 14, 2025.
This composite image made from five file photos shows, from left to right, Bloc Quebecois Leader Yves-Francois Blanchet in Trois Rivieres, Que., Saturday, April 12, 2025; NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh in Toronto on Monday, April 14, 2025; Liberal Leader Mark Carney in Brampton, Ont., on Thursday, April 10, 2025; Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre in Ottawa, Sunday, April 13, 2025 and co-leader of the Green Party Jonathan Pedneault in Montreal, Thursday, April 3, 2025.
Pictured from left-to-right are Green Party co-leader Jonathan Pedenault, NDP leader Jagmeet Singh, Liberal leader Mark Carney, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, and Bloc Québécois leader Yves-François Blanchet.

Overview

  • The French-language debate on April 16 and the English-language debate on April 17 will address key themes such as the cost of living, climate policy, and public safety.
  • Leaders are intensively preparing through mock debates, debate books, and strategic rehearsals to refine their messaging and body language.
  • Mark Carney's French proficiency is under scrutiny, with efforts to improve his language skills and connect with Quebec voters ahead of the debates.
  • Recent polling shows the Liberals leading at 44%, but the gap with the Conservatives has narrowed to 7%, raising the stakes for the debates.
  • Experts suggest the debates could be a turning point for undecided voters, with leaders aiming to project confidence and relatability on stage.