Poilievre’s election platform draws controversial comparisons

April 23, 2025, 7:21 am

Amid the federal election buzz, Poilievre’s platform is drawing scrutiny as critics liken its approach to Trump-era politics. Debates rage over whether his campaign offers concrete solutions or merely sensational rhetoric, leaving voters both intrigued and skeptical about the proposed policies.

thestar.com / Have you seen Poilievre's platform? + Ontario students with disabilities are in crisis

nationalobserver.com / From handguns to 'warrior spirit': Poilievre’s platform echoes Trump-era politics

permalink / 2 stories from 2 sources in 0 hours ago #politics #usrelations #environment #poilievre #conservatives +

Canada Election 2025 riding profiles unveiled

April 22, 2025, 9:20 pm

A series of profiles highlighting diverse federal ridings ahead of Canada’s 2025 election. Detailed overviews are provided for constituencies in Alberta, British Columbia, and Manitoba, offering voters a closer look at the electoral landscape in the run-up to what promises to be a closely watched contest.

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lapresse.ca / Carney et Poilievre au pays des merveilles

cbc.ca / What will it take to defend Canada? Experts say party platforms miss the target

ottawacitizen.com / Sorry for the inconvenience: Candidates explain why they are part of Longest Ballot protest

thestar.com / Canada federal election 2025: Where the leaders are on Wednesday, April 23

thestar.com / Federal party leaders trade jabs as election heads into final days

ottawacitizen.com / Citizen voter: 'We’ve never had to worry about our sovereignty before'

cbc.ca / Rising antisemitism sees some Jewish voters turn toward Conservatives this election

thetyee.ca / How Aaron Gunn Riles Foes in a Coastal Riding

thetyee.ca / Sifting the Rubble After Rebel News Worked the Election Debate

winnipegfreepress.com / Law brings campaign finance rules in line

winnipegfreepress.com / The fleeting promise of political change

ledevoir.com / Prosélytisme électoral

permalink / 24 stories from 9 sources in 10 hours ago #politics #elections #federal #election2025 #albert +

Canadian Government Report Forecasts Dystopian Future, Sparking Political Alarm

April 22, 2025, 8:20 pm

A government report forecasting a bleak future for Canada has set off a political firestorm. Conservative leaders have latched onto its grim projections, warning of a national descent into chaos while government voices and critics offer differing takes. One almost wonders if the country’s future is a script from a dystopian blockbuster.

Reddit: r/canadahousing

calgaryherald.com / Bell: Canada is headed on the Highway to Hell, government probe warns

nationalpost.com / Michael Higgins: We are heading for a nightmare — even the government thinks so

cbc.ca / Poilievre says a government report predicts a 'terrifying' 2040. Here's what it actually says

permalink / 5 stories from 5 sources in 11 hours ago #politics #federal #poilievre #conservatives #election2025 +

Poll shows majority of Canadians expect Carney to be next prime minister

April 22, 2025, 12:21 pm

A recent poll has revealed that most Canadians believe Mark Carney is the likely candidate to emerge as the next prime minister. As the federal election nears its climax, this unexpected political twist adds a dash of irony to an already unpredictable campaign season.

ledevoir.com / La plupart des Canadiens pensent que Mark Carney demeurera premier ministre

winnipegfreepress.com / Carney’s calm, stable, competent campaign has him close to victory

winnipegfreepress.com / Most Canadians believe Carney will be next prime minister: poll

permalink / 4 stories from 3 sources in 19 hours ago #politics #federal #carney #election2025 #canada +

Conservative Party Prepares Last-Minute Election Platform Reveal

April 22, 2025, 4:20 am

With election day looming, the Tories are set to unveil their costed platform. In a final dash before the vote, party strategists promise a mix of familiar rhetoric and new initiatives, leaving voters wondering whether this is fresh policy or just another rehash.

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nationalpost.com / Tasha Kheiriddin: Poilievre’s platform a direct challenge to Carney’s boomer tome

thestar.com / Carney accuses Poilievre of using 'phantom numbers' in campaign platform

torontosun.com / Conservative platform aims to trim deficit by 70%: Poilievre

nationalpost.com / Conservatives promise $23 billion in cuts and $18 billion in new revenue, but no timeline for balanced budget

thestar.com / Conservative platform projects $31B deficit, higher revenue

ottawacitizen.com / Conservative platform pledges to 'trim bloated bureaucracy'

winnipegfreepress.com / CP NewsAlert: Conservative platform projects $31B deficit, higher revenue

torontosun.com / THE LATEST: Conservatives to release costed platform today

nationalobserver.com / Tories expected to release platform as federal election campaign nears the end

permalink / 17 stories from 10 sources in 27 hours ago #politics #elections #parliament #federal #conservatives +