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Canada’s Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre rallies delegates in Calgary, channeling Ronald Reagan’s core question “Are you better off than four years ago?” as he rebuilds after last year’s Liberal victory and eyes a spring election, pressing issues like cost of living, crime, immigration and national security to broaden support, including among younger voters, while Liberal minority status remains a potential hinge for the campaign.
The Conservative caucus in Canada is experiencing internal turmoil with multiple MPs defecting to the Liberals, including Michael Ma, amid a campaign of public shaming and speculation of more defections. Pierre Poilievre denies leadership issues, blaming Mark Carney instead, while the Liberals seek to solidify their majority. The political landscape is also marked by international and domestic issues, including Ukraine peace talks and Canadian political commentary.
Canada's Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre is projected to win a crucial Alberta by-election, securing a new Parliament seat after losing his previous constituency, which allows him to return to the House of Commons. The victory comes amid a record number of candidates and follows his recent defeat in Ottawa, with the win reinforcing his leadership ahead of a mandatory review in January.
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre opposes the use of puberty blockers for minors, aligning with Alberta's new restrictions on transgender medical care, prompting denunciation from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Poilievre believes children should make adult decisions when they are adults and accused Trudeau of using the issue as a divisive wedge. Meanwhile, Ontario Premier Doug Ford avoided discussing the topic during a meeting with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, focusing instead on shared priorities such as fighting the carbon tax.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his Liberal party are using the fear of Donald Trump and his MAGA brand to attack Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre as a hard-right populist out of touch with Canadian values. Trudeau's strategy is to link Poilievre to the Trump arm of the Republican party, highlighting similarities in their rhetoric and methods. However, critics argue that this tactic may backfire as voters examine Trudeau's record and prefer Poilievre to deal with a potential Trump presidency. The timing of Canada's next election could also be influenced by Trump's reelection bid, potentially resetting the race and plastering Trump across Canadian media in 2024.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused his main political rival, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, of abandoning Ukraine under the influence of Donald Trump. All 109 Conservative lawmakers opposed updated legislation for the free trade agreement between Canada and Ukraine, citing concerns about a carbon tax. Trudeau criticized the Conservatives for turning their backs on Ukraine and suggested that their decision was influenced by right-wing, American MAGA thinking. Poilievre, who is leading in the polls, insisted that he supports Ukraine but voted against Trudeau's inclusion of a carbon tax in the trade agreement.
Pierre Poilievre, leader of Canada's Conservative Party and main opponent to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, has criticized Trudeau's handling of the diplomatic row with India, calling him a "laughing stock" in the country. Poilievre blamed Trudeau for the deteriorating relationship between Canada and India, stating that he was "incompetent and unprofessional." He vowed to restore a "professional relationship" with India if his party came to power. Poilievre also criticized Trudeau's foreign policy, claiming that he was being taken advantage of by Joe Biden and that China was interfering in Canadian democracy.
Canadian Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre calmly dismantles a reporter's comparison to Donald Trump during an interview, asserting that he does not believe in left or right ideologies. Poilievre challenges the reporter to provide specific examples and demands to know who would make such claims. He emphasizes his common sense approach to governance, promising to cap spending, cut waste, and balance the budget to address inflation and affordability issues. Opinion polls show Poilievre leading incumbent Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, with a majority of Canadians wanting Trudeau to step down.
As the Liberal Party of Canada holds its biennial convention, the question on everyone's mind is whether Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is ready for the fight against Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre in the next election. While a new poll suggests a statistical tie between the two parties, negative trends below the surface indicate a likely Conservative win unless something changes. Despite accumulating his share of baggage, few Liberals are talking openly about ending the Trudeau era and starting fresh, as he remains a huge asset for the party. The convention offers future leadership aspirants a chance to expand their support base, while delegates will debate policy resolutions and strategize on pivoting a reactive policy agenda to a more proactive offer and an election platform.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused Conservative rival Pierre Poilievre of enlisting U.S. billionaires to attack Canada's public broadcaster, after Poilievre prodded Twitter owner Elon Musk to label the CBC "government-funded." CBC replied that it is not government funded, but is "publicly funded through a parliamentary appropriation that is voted upon by all Members of Parliament." Trudeau's minority government is supported by the left-leaning New Democrats and an election is not officially due until 2025.