04/28/2025

Canada Votes in an Election Upended by Trump's Tariffs

Here’s what to know

Canadians on Monday head to the polls to vote in a federal election in the shadow of President Donald Trump’s trade war and annexation threats, with long-standing concerns about the cost-of-living still top of mind.

The vote comes after a roller-coaster period in Canadian politics.

In January, facing a revolt within the party ranks, Justin Trudeau stepped down as Liberal leader and prime minister. Soon after his resignation, the Liberals picked former central banker Mark Carney, a political rookie, to replace him.

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