Carney Surges as Trump Tensions Shape Canada Vote

In the final days of Canada's federal election, Prime Minister and Liberal Leader Mark Carney has overtaken Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, with polls and betting markets favoring Carney. This reversal follows aggressive U.S. actions, including new tariffs on Canadian goods and President Donald Trump’s controversial threat of annexation, which have spurred Canadian nationalism. Carney’s campaign has found strong support among older voters and in key regions such as Ontario and British Columbia, while Poilievre faces internal party criticism for losing ground. Record early voter turnout reflects heightened public engagement amid economic uncertainty and tense U.S.-Canada relations. Carney emphasizes economic resilience, technological advancement, and unity, contrasting with Poilievre’s use of Trump-style rhetoric. The election is widely expected to redefine Canada’s political direction and relations with the United States.