Canadian Federal Election: Minority, Demographic Splits, and Record Voter Turnout
April 29, 2025, 12:21 pm
Canada’s federal election delivered a minority government, sparking lively debates among the electorate. Exit polls reveal a clear generational split: older voters leaning Liberal over U.S. issues while younger Canadians favor Conservatives on affordability concerns. Record-high turnout marks one of the most engaged votes in decades.
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