Overview

• Prime Minister Mark Carney plans to formally request Parliament's dissolution on March 23, with a federal election expected on April 28 or May 5.
• The move suspends parliamentary activities, avoiding a throne speech and immediate confidence votes in the House of Commons.
• Polling shows a tight race, with the Conservatives at 35% and the Liberals at 34%, making the campaign highly competitive.
• Key election issues include US-Canada trade tensions, driven by President Trump's tariffs on Canadian goods, and Carney's economic policies.
• Carney, a former central banker with no parliamentary seat, emphasizes protecting Canadian workers and expanding the economy.