Canada PM Carney to call for April 28 election on Sunday, Globe and Mail reports
Mark Carney expected to call snap election for April 28
New Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is poised to call a snap federal election on Sunday for April 28, the Globe and Mail reported on Thursday, citing sources…. More @ Globe & Mail
Carney will ask Governor General to dissolve Parliament Sunday and call election, sources say
Why April 28? Why is Carney in such a hurry?
Well, guess it’s a matter of opportunism…
Canada Federal Election Projections 2025
Mark Carney’s Liberals would win a majority government if election was held today, poll aggregator says
Prime Minister Mark Carney is calling the election Sunday with polls suggesting his Liberals are poised to defeat Pierre Poilievre’s Conservatives.
This polling data showing us how quickly Canada is turning towards the left should give us all hope.
According to the Signal, the Star’s election predictor, Carney would win a majority of seats in the House of Commons if an election were held today.
“These are … pull-the-trigger type of numbers in terms of an election campaign,” said Clifton van der Linden, a McMaster University political science professor and the CEO of Vox Pop Labs, the independent research organization that developed the Signal, an online tool that gathers polling information from across Canada and aggregates the results using a supercomputer.
That’s why?
2 months of rapidly changing voting intentions in Canada, side-by-side
Although the next election was not due until October 20, Carney is hoping to capitalize on a remarkable recovery by his Liberal Party in polls since January, when U.S. President Donald Trump began threatening Canada with tariffs and former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation.
More poll data here:-
338 Canada Update: LPC :178, CPC: 130, BQ: 25, NDP: 8, GRN: 2
Meanwhile, Danielle Smith is wasting no time to tell Carney what she wanted…
Premier Smith presents Prime Minister Carney with list of Alberta demands
Premier Smith presents Prime Minister Carney with list of Alberta demands
Danielle Smith meets Mark Carney, demands oil policy change. Warns national unity at stake.
At the same time,
Insiders say Pierre Poilievre called Doug Ford for help — and the premier turned him down
Poilievre phoned the premier on Monday to belatedly offer his congratulations for the Progressive Conservatives’ Feb. 27 re-election. But those privy to the chat said it was at times stilted and awkward because the two leaders have little personal rapport.
Far from a rapprochement, sources said it was an opportunity for Ford to flex as the most powerful Tory politician in Canada after his high-profile stance against U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
It was also a chance for him to express his displeasure to Poilievre at how some federal Tories disparage his three-term government as “not conservative enough.”
Really? Maybe not. Let’s read on…
Ford Betray Conservatives?
First, one operative confided that Poilievre’s refusal to send out a congratulatory social media post to Ford on his election win last month was churlish.
“It was ridiculous and childish. Conservatives should be happy when Conservatives win,” said one insider, speaking confidentially in order to recount internal discussions.
Next,
Ford — a keen student of polls who pores over public-opinion research — was mindful Poilievre was calling him a time when support for the federal Tories is dropping as new Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberals surge.
Sources say Poilievre asked Ford for his “opinions and advice” not any endorsement.
“I’m staying out of it,” said Ford, repeating what he has said publicly.
Emphasizing he “will work with anyone” in power in Ottawa, the premier patiently explained to Poilievre that, in Canada’s trade war with Trump, political stripes must be set aside.
That’s why Ford hosted Carney for breakfast last week at Wally’s Grill in Etobicoke, where they discussed strategy for dealing with Trump’s 25 per cent tariffs on Canadian goods.
Treasonous Tea Time?
But the federal Tories were stung when, the morning after the call with Poilievre, the premier was having coffee at his home with Liberal Transport Minister Chrystia Freeland.
Freeland, who posted selfies with Ford on Instagram, was also a special guest at Wednesday’s provincial cabinet swearing-in ceremony at the Royal Ontario Museum.
“It’s no secret I have a great relationship with Chrystia Freeland. I have a great relationship with (Intergovernmental Affairs Minister) Dominic LeBlanc,” Ford said Tuesday.
When reporters asked whether he had “a better relationship with Mark Carney or Pierre Poilievre,” Ford was noncommittal.
“I don’t know either one of them, to be very frank,” the premier said.
When a reporter pressed him on “who would you like to get to know better,” he replied with a shrug, “Either one. I’ll work with anyone.”
Is Ford A Traitor?
We ask Canuck🍁AI
Mark Carney vs Pierre Poilievre… Who will win the coming election?
As of March 21, 2025, recent polls indicate that Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal Party holds a lead over Pierre Poilievre’s Conservative Party ahead of the anticipated April 28 federal election. An Ipsos poll shows the Liberals at 42% support among decided voters, with the Conservatives at 36%. Similarly, a Leger Marketing survey reports the Liberals at 42% and the Conservatives at 39%.
This shift in public opinion follows Carney’s recent succession of Justin Trudeau as Liberal leader and the rise in Canadian nationalism in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent actions. While current polling suggests a favorable position for the Liberals, election outcomes can be unpredictable, and the situation may evolve as the campaign progresses.
Unsatisfied with the response, we dive deeper…
Know your Candidates
As of thelast update in October 2023, there is no official confirmation that Mark Carney, the former Governor of the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, will run in the next Canadian federal election. However, there has been speculation that he might enter politics, potentially as a candidate for the Liberal Party. On the other hand, Pierre Poilievre is the current leader of the Conservative Party of Canada and is widely expected to be the Conservative candidate in the next election.
If the next Canadian federal election becomes a contest between Mark Carney (assuming he runs for the Liberals) and Pierre Poilievre, the outcome would depend on several factors:
Key Factors:
- Public Sentiment:
- Pierre Poilievre has been focusing on issues like inflation, affordability, and criticism of the current Liberal government. His appeal lies in his populist messaging and focus on economic concerns.
- Mark Carney, if he runs, would likely emphasize his economic expertise, global experience, and stability, potentially appealing to centrist and business-oriented voters.
- Party Platforms:
- The Conservative Party under Poilievre is likely to campaign on tax cuts, reducing government spending, and addressing cost-of-living issues.
- The Liberal Party, with Carney as a potential leader, might focus on climate change, economic innovation, and maintaining social programs.
- Current Government Performance:
- The Liberals, led by Justin Trudeau, have been in power since 2015. Voter fatigue and dissatisfaction with the government could work in Poilievre’s favor.
- However, if Carney enters as a fresh face with a strong economic background, he could rejuvenate the Liberal Party’s image.
- Regional Dynamics:
- The Conservatives need to make gains in Ontario and Quebec to win a majority, while the Liberals will aim to hold onto urban centers and progressive voters.
- Carney’s international reputation might help the Liberals in urban areas, while Poilievre’s populist approach could resonate in rural and suburban regions.
- Polling Trends:
- As of now, Pierre Poilievre and the Conservatives have been leading in many polls, but this could change if Carney enters the race and shifts the narrative.
Who Could Win?
- Pierre Poilievre has a strong base of support and has been consistently leading in polls. If the election were held today, he would likely have a good chance of winning.
- Mark Carney, if he runs, could bring a new dynamic to the race, potentially attracting centrist and undecided voters. However, his lack of political experience could also be a liability.
Ultimately, the next election is still uncertain, and much will depend on how the campaigns unfold, the issues that dominate the discourse, and the performance of the leaders in debates and public appearances. If you’re following Canadian politics closely, keep an eye on polling trends and party strategies as the election approaches!
RED ALERTS!
Carney adds Century Initiative co-founder to Canada-U.S. council – The Century Initiative, co-founded by Mark Wiseman, calls for a massive increase in Canada’s immigration levels, with the ultimate goal of bringing the country’s population to 100 million people by the end of the century.
How can you speak for Canada when you sound like Donald Trump?
How can you speak for Canada when you sound like Donald Trump?
byu/Miserable-Lizard inCanadianIdiots
And
Anthony Koch: The Liberals gave us Canada’s lost decade. They can’t be trusted to fix it
If Carney wins, the next four years won’t be a reset — they’ll be more of the same
Oops.
Meanwhile, we came across a Mark Carney Scam… and Poilievre is MAGA?
Apparent Mark Carney article found on Facebook with the url of cbc-politics.com. If you go to that url, you are taken to a fake catering company website created days ago. CBC News page is also fake. So sleazy and cynical…
It’s Projection – The Conservatives are the Sneaky Ones. Apparent Mark Carney article found on Facebook with the url of cbc-politics.com. If you go to that url, you are taken to a fake catering company website created days ago. CBC News page is also fake. So sleazy and cynical – just like PP.
byu/bee-dubya inonguardforthee
Poilievre is MAGA?
Canadian MP Charlie Angus: Oh, poor Pierre. He has been endorsed by every MAGA right-wing voice that supports Donald Trump. But what Donald Trump is realizing is that getting an endorsement from him is political death in Canada.
Pierre Poilievre is MAGA.
— Acyn (@acyn.bsky.social) 2025年3月20日 14:59
O Canada… My head is spinning now!
There is no disorder if there is no patient!
Why Indians should self deport back to India first, illegal or otherwise… “It’s for your own good,” Trump said so, and Canadians generally couldn’t agree more as 22% of All Unauthorised US-Canada Border Crossings are by Indians
Whaddaya Say?