Canadians Head to Polls Amid Tight Race
(MENAFN) Canadians will vote on Monday to decide their next federal government, with the Liberal and Conservative parties locked in a tight race.
This election cycle is notably influenced by international issues, particularly concerns related to the United States.
U.S. Leader Donald Trump's provocative comments suggesting that Canada could become the “51st state,” along with an ongoing trade dispute, have unsettled many Canadian voters.
This unusual level of foreign involvement has made the American political climate a major topic in the Canadian election, an occurrence that is rarely seen in federal contests north of the border.
The heads of the three dominant political parties – the Liberals, Conservatives, and the New Democratic Party (NDP) – have each claimed that they are best equipped to confront the divisive American leader.
Their campaigns have highlighted their differing approaches to managing the tense relationship with the U.S.
A recent Abacus Data survey, released just before election day, revealed that the primary concerns for voters include decreasing the cost of living (45 percent), the influence of “Trump himself” (30 percent), and securing more accessible housing (20 percent).
These domestic and international factors are shaping voter priorities in significant ways.
The Liberal Party, which has governed since 2015, holds a narrow four-point advantage over the Conservatives as election day approaches.
Just a year ago, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre and his party maintained a significant lead in numerous opinion polls.
However, the political landscape shifted dramatically after the widely unpopular Justin Trudeau stepped down from his role as premier in January.
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