Canada’s 45th general election is officially underway, with party leaders wasting no time in pitching themselves to voters as the best option to lead the country towards economic unity and strength. Liberal Leader Mark Carney is running in the Ottawa riding of Nepean, calling for a “strong, positive mandate” to take on U.S. President Donald Trump and boost the economy. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, on the other hand, launched his campaign in Gatineau, Que., promising a Conservative government that will be “respectful and firm” when dealing with Trump and will improve economic output across Canada.
The NDP kicked off a critical campaign for Jagmeet Singh’s party, as support is collapsing and some polls suggest they could lose official party status. The Bloc Quebecois also launched their campaign in Montreal, facing unexpected challenges as their focus on Quebec sovereignty is overshadowed by Trump’s threats on Canadian sovereignty. This election campaign is shaping up to be neck-and-neck, with each party leader vying for the support of Canadian voters.
As the election season heats up, it is clear that the Canadian party leaders are gearing up for a competitive race to secure the position of the next prime minister. With a focus on economic growth and standing up to external threats, each leader is making their case to voters on why they are the best choice to lead the country forward. Stay tuned as the campaign unfolds over the next five weeks leading up to election day.
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