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4mo ago

Judge Orders Recount in Windsor–Tecumseh–Lakeshore Federal Election

Ontario Superior Court Justice J. Ross MacFarlane has mandated a judicial recount after a 77-vote margin separated the Conservative and Liberal candidates in the riding.

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Elections Canada signage points the way for voters at the federal election advance poll for the Windsor West riding at the Caboto Club on April 19, 2025.
A sign directs voters where to cast their ballots on Monday, April 28, 2025.

Overview

  • Justice J. Ross MacFarlane approved a judicial recount of ballots in Windsor–Tecumseh–Lakeshore, citing evidence of potential tabulation errors and disputed rejected ballots.
  • The recount was triggered by the narrow 77-vote margin between Conservative Kathy Borrelli and Liberal incumbent Irek Kusmierczyk, just above the automatic recount threshold of 70 votes.
  • Kusmierczyk’s legal team presented affidavits highlighting rejected ballots where voter intent was deemed clear, including one marked with an X and a note praising the candidate.
  • Both legal teams have pledged full cooperation, with the recount scheduled to begin the week of May 20 and conclude before Parliament resumes on May 26.
  • The final result could impact the balance of power in Canada’s minority Liberal government, underscoring the high stakes of this electoral review.