Liberals of Canada secure victory in outstanding electoral comeback
In the Canadian federal election held on April 28, 2025, the Liberal Party, now under the leadership of Prime Minister Mark Carney, asserted victory. According to CTV and CBC reports, the Liberals were on track to secure a minority government, marking their fourth consecutive term in power.
Back in early spring, the Conservative Party of Pierre Poilievre, often compared to then-U.S. President Donald Trump due to his political style, was leading the polls ahead of the election. However, the Liberals surged in popularity following the resignation of former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Trump's increasingly hostile policies towards Canada, including 25% tariffs on Canadian imports and suggestions of annexation.
Carney expressed his appreciation to the people of Canada, stating, "Thank you, Canada. Our strength lies in our resolve to work together. United, we will build Canada strong.”
As of the morning of April 29, the latest results displayed the Liberal Party in the lead with 167 seats, though they fell short of the 172 needed for a majority. The Conservatives followed closely behind with 145 seats, while the regionalist Bloc Quebecois held 23 seats, the center-left New Democratic Party secured 7 seats, and the Greens claimed a single seat.
Canada has stood steadfast in its support of Ukraine throughout the full-scale war with Russia, providing aid totaling 19.7 billion Canadian dollars ($14.2 billion) since 2022, including 4.5 billion Canadian dollars in military assistance ($3.25 billion). Carney, who became prime minister in March following Trudeau's resignation and has pledged his commitment to supporting Kyiv.
The election results signify a shift in the political landscape, and it remains to be seen how this change will impact Canada-U.S. relations and the continuing support for Ukraine.
- Despite the Conservatives' lead in the polls initially, led by Pierre Poilievre, reminiscent of then-U.S. President Donald Trump, the Liberals under Prime Minister Mark Carney experienced a surge in popularity following Justin Trudeau's resignation and Trump's contentious policies towards Canada.
- Following the 51st Canadian federal election held on April 28, 2025, the updated polls revealed the Liberal Party emerging victorious, securing a minority government for their fourth consecutive term in power, as reported by CTV and CBC.
- The political news, generally absorbing, saw Carney thank the people of Canada, illustrating his resolve to work together towards building a strong Canada, as he acknowledged their support.
