Canadians Vote April 28 Amid Trade Tensions, Electoral Debate

Canadians are heading to the polls for a federal election, with recent tensions between the U.S. and Canada—sparked by President Trump's tariff policies and rhetoric—playing a major role in the campaign. Mark Carney, who became Prime Minister after Justin Trudeau’s resignation, has revitalized the Liberal Party, narrowing what was once a significant Conservative lead under Pierre Poilievre. The election, called amid a trade war with the U.S., has focused voters’ attention on the future of the Canada-U.S. relationship, which Carney has declared fundamentally changed. Both major parties face challenges addressing economic concerns, with the U.S. relationship and trade issues looming large for Canadian voters. The country’s first-past-the-post electoral system and the high cost of the election have also sparked debate, while smaller parties like the NDP, Greens, Bloc Quebecois, and People’s Party are vying for influence. Results are expected after polls close nationwide, with the newly elected government set to address renegotiations with the U.S. immediately.