Parliamentarians vie for next Speaker of the House

Friday, May 23, 2025, 2:21 pm more...

Several Members of Parliament are actively campaigning for the coveted Speaker’s position, each making persuasive pitches to their colleagues. Emphasizing a need to enhance decorum and reform parliamentary conduct, the candidates' spirited bids have added a vibrant edge to the leadership race in Commons.

globalnews.ca / Who could be the next Speaker? MPs make pitches ahead of vote

citynews.ca / Several MPs make pitches to colleagues to become next Speaker of the House of Commons

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Windsor riding recount delivers razor-thin Conservative win

Friday, May 23, 2025, 10:20 am more...

A judicial recount in Ontario’s Windsor riding confirmed Conservative Kathy Borrelli’s victory by a mere four votes, highlighting the razor-thin margins that can decide an election. Voters and candidates alike are left marveling at how every single ballot can dramatically tip the scales.

globalnews.ca / Conservatives win southern Ontario riding recount — by 4 votes

citynews.ca / Conservatives hold onto Windsor riding by 4 votes after recount

thestar.com / Conservatives hold onto Windsor riding by four votes after recount

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Federal election recount in Newfoundland riding tight finish

Thursday, May 22, 2025, 12:20 pm more...

In a nail-biting federal election recount in a rural Newfoundland riding, authorities are double‐checking the razor-thin margin as candidates await the final tally. Voters and officials alike are left rubbing their eyes in disbelief as every single vote is being scrutinized down to the last one.

theglobeandmail.com / Federal election results for recount in rural Newfoundland riding expected Friday

thestar.com / Results from federal election recount in rural Newfoundland riding expected Friday

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 26 hours ago #elections #federal #election2025 #nl +

Carney election win sparks debate amid policy and trade hurdles

Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 6:21 am more...

In the wake of a high-stakes election, Carney’s victory has left observers scratching their heads as he embarks on an extended vacation while pressing issues like an ongoing trade war and economic challenges loom large. Critics wonder if his break is strategic self-care or just an elegant dodge.

nationalpost.com / John Robson: Tell me again which North American leader is acting like a dictator?

calgaryherald.com / G7 countries discuss tariffs on low-value chinese products

torontosun.com / LILLEY: Mark Carney’s Liberals abandon Israel, cozy up to Hamas

nationalobserver.com / Canadians have more trust in Carney than Trudeau: poll

permalink / 7 stories from sources in 2 days ago #politics #elections #trade #carney +

Vancouver council byelection plagued by capacity issues

Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 3:21 pm more...

A recent report on Vancouver’s council byelection revealed that long waiting times, some extending over three hours, were a clear symptom of inadequate staffing and polling capacity. Voter frustrations have mounted, exposing significant flaws in election day planning.

globalnews.ca / Long waits a ‘defining aspect’ of Vancouver byelection, report finds

thestar.com / City cut polling places and staff for Vancouver vote defined by long waits: report

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Nunavut election confirms NDP incumbent's decisive win

Saturday, May 17, 2025, 3:20 pm more...

In a closely watched electoral contest, Elections Canada validated the victory of NDP incumbent Lori Idlout in Nunavut, affirming her hold over the riding. Despite a tough Liberal challenge, the confirmation cements a significant win and underscores the electorate’s preference in this remote territory.

theglobeandmail.com / Elections Canada confirms win for NDP’s Lori Idlout in Nunavut over Liberal challenger

ledevoir.com / Élections Canada confirme la victoire du NPD au Nunavut

nationalpost.com / Elections Canada confirms win for NDP incumbent Lori Idlout in Nunavut

citynews.ca / Elections Canada confirms win for NDP incumbent Lori Idlout in Nunavut

thestar.com / Elections Canada confirms win for NDP incumbent Lori Idlout in Nunavut

permalink / 6 stories from sources in 5 days ago #politics #elections #ndp #nunavut +

Liberal recount confirms razor-thin win in Milton East riding

Friday, May 16, 2025, 10:21 am more...

A judicial recount in the federal riding of Milton East–Halton Hills South has confirmed a razor-thin Liberal victory, with the vote margin narrowing to just 21 votes. The result, while barely tipping in one direction, stokes political suspense as the governing party remains just shy of a majority.

lapresse.ca / Ontario | Un recomptage confirme la victoire serrée des libéraux dans Milton-Est

globalnews.ca / Recount confirms narrow Liberal victory in Milton East—Halton Hills South riding

nationalpost.com / Recount confirms narrow Liberal victory in Milton East—Halton Hills South

theglobeandmail.com / Recount confirms narrow Liberal victory in Ontario riding of Milton East–Halton Hills South

citynews.ca / Recount confirms narrow Liberal victory in Milton East-Halton Hills South

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Bloc challenges controversial one-vote Terrebonne election result

Thursday, May 15, 2025, 11:21 am more...

The Bloc Québécois is taking legal action over the razor-thin outcome in Terrebonne, where a ballot printing error in a one-vote margin has thrown the result into question. Critics argue the debacle exposes deep flaws in the electoral process and demands judicial scrutiny.

nationalpost.com / The Bloc Québécois wants the courts to trigger a new election in Terrebonne

globalnews.ca / Bloc Québécois to challenge Terrebonne election result in court

ledevoir.com / Le Bloc saisit les tribunaux pour Terrebonne

thebeaverton.com / Amidst recount drama, Terrebonne riding to be decided by gladiator combat

permalink / 8 stories from sources in 8 days ago #politics #elections #quebec #bloc +

Alex Boissonneault launches PQ candidacy with local pride

Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 1:21 pm more...

Alex Boissonneault has officially thrown his hat in the ring for the PQ, banking on deep local roots to win over his constituency. The announcement is generating a buzz that’s as local as a town hall meeting—with its own share of political theatrics.

theglobeandmail.com / PQ defends candidate in hotly contested Arthabaska riding over leftist past, arrest

thestar.com / PQ defends candidate in hotly contested Arthabaska riding over leftist past, arrest

ledevoir.com / Alex Boissonneault confirme sa candidature et mise sur ses racines

lapresse.ca / Candidat du PQ dans Arthabaska | Alex Boissonneault mise sur ses racines

permalink / 4 stories from sources in 9 days ago #politics #elections #quebec #bloc +

Terrebonne postal vote irregularity triggers Bloc Québécois alarm

Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 7:20 am more...

An irregularity in the postal vote count in Terrebonne has thrown the electoral process into turmoil. With a ballot mysteriously lost and a razor-thin outcome looming, party officials are scrambling to consider every strategic option while questioning the integrity of the voting process and its implications for the riding’s future.

theglobeandmail.com / In Quebec riding that Liberals won by a single vote, this woman’s Bloc ballot was sent back

globalnews.ca / Elections Canada says Quebec recount result ‘final’ despite ballot issue

nationalpost.com / Vote in Terrebonne riding is final despite uncounted mail-in ballot that would make it a tie, Elections Canada says

ledevoir.com / Élections Canada va examiner le vote par bulletin spécial après les ratés dans Terrebonne

citynews.ca / Elections Canada says Terrebonne vote is final, despite ‘error’ with special ballot

permalink / 9 stories from sources in 9 days ago #elections #quebec #canada #bloc +