Canada's Election Heats Up: Health Battles, Trump Ties, and Disinformation Fears

In Trois-Rivières, Bloc Québécois MP René Villemure is running for re-election while battling cancer.

He’ll undergo kidney surgery and won’t be on the campaign trail, relying on his team and pre-recorded videos.

Despite his absence, Villemure remains a respected figure and a top priority for the Bloc, with a tight

three-way race against the Conservatives and Liberals.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is under fire for her soft approach to Donald Trump.

She met with him at Mar-a-Lago and appeared at a PragerU event, urging a pause on tariffs until

after Canada’s election.

Critics accuse her of inviting foreign interference, while Smith insists she’s protecting Alberta’s economy.

Her actions have put federal Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre in a tough spot.

Experts warn that fake news, deepfakes, and foreign interference are major threats in this election.

AI-generated content and repurposed Facebook groups are spreading false narratives, including fake stories about candidates.

Researchers urge Canadians to verify sources and report suspicious content to protect the integrity of the vote.

Trump’s sudden tariffs on Canadian goods have backfired politically—rallying support for Prime Minister Mark Carney and the Liberals.

Once trailing, the Liberals are now leading in polls as Canadians push back against U.S.

pressure.

The trade war has become a central issue, with Carney promising retaliation and unity against Trump’s aggressive stance.