Mark Carney's Liberals Surge in Polls as Trade War Shapes Canadian Election
With a significant lead, Carney's focus on sovereignty and economic resilience resonates, while Poilievre's Conservatives struggle to regain ground.
- Mark Carney's Liberal Party is projected to form a majority government, holding a decisive lead in national polls ahead of the April 28 election.
- The U.S.-Canada trade war and Donald Trump's annexation rhetoric have shifted voter priorities, benefiting the Liberals while challenging the Conservatives.
- Pierre Poilievre has faced criticism for failing to pivot his campaign to address concerns about U.S. trade tensions, alienating moderate voters.
- Quebec has emerged as a stronghold for the Liberals, with voters prioritizing economic sovereignty and viewing Carney as better equipped to manage U.S. relations.
- Significant gender and regional divides in support persist, with women and urban voters favoring the Liberals, while Poilievre retains support in the Prairies.