Canada Conservative Party Faces Decline Ahead of April Election

Canada's upcoming April election has become highly competitive following the resignation of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the rise of Mark Carney as the new Liberal leader. Carney has managed to revitalize Liberal support, erasing what was once a significant Conservative polling lead and now holding a narrow advantage over Pierre Poilievre's Conservatives. Younger voters, frustrated by economic issues such as housing affordability and the cost-of-living crisis, show increased support for Poilievre, but strong backing from older voters keeps the Liberals in contention. Comparisons to the 1993 Conservative collapse highlight the risks facing Poilievre, especially as critics draw parallels between his divisive style and Donald Trump, which could alienate moderate and progressive conservatives. U.S.-Canada relations and trade have become central campaign issues, complicating the Conservative platform as voters weigh the risks of change against the desire for stability. Carney, while distancing himself from Trudeau's legacy, maintains many of the same liberal policies, particularly on climate and economic reforms, further shaping the contest between continuity and change.