Canada's Election Shake-Up: Tariffs, Poilievre, and the Battle for Voters

Donald Trump’s tariff threats have thrown Canada’s economy and election into turmoil.

A U.S.

official mistakenly said Canada would face a 10% tariff—only to walk it back hours later.

Still, the damage was done.

Markets panicked, and Canadian leaders scrambled.

PM Mark Carney called it a 'welcome reprieve' when Trump paused some tariffs, but warned Canada must stay

strong.

Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre slammed Carney, saying, 'Nobody can control this president.' Pierre Poilievre was once the clear

frontrunner.

His populist message—'Axe the Tax' and 'Canada First'—resonated with voters frustrated by high costs.

But after Trudeau stepped down and Carney took over, the Liberals surged.

Poilievre’s aggressive style and support for controversial protests have raised eyebrows.

Still, he’s got a loyal base and says he’s fighting for working Canadians.

'Hope and change are on the way,' he told a cheering crowd in Hamilton.

Indo-Canadians, especially Hindu voters, are increasingly backing Poilievre.

Some former supporters of India’s BJP are now active in Canadian politics, raising questions about foreign influence.

But many say it’s about values, not interference.

'We are the most patriotic Canadians,' said one donor.

Meanwhile, tensions over Khalistan and India-Canada relations have made this a hot-button issue in key ridings.

With Trump ending protections for Venezuelans in the U.S., many are now heading north.

Some are crossing into Canada illegally, hoping to claim asylum.

Immigration experts warn many could qualify for legal immigration but don’t know their options.

Canada doesn’t deport to Venezuela, making it a safer destination for those fleeing violence and deportation.

Once a kingmaker, NDP leader Jagmeet Singh is now fighting to stay in the game.

His party’s support has cratered, and voters are flocking to the Liberals or Conservatives.

Singh’s wins—like dental care—are overshadowed by bigger issues like tariffs and affordability.

'This race is coming down to two parties,' said one analyst.

For Singh, it’s do or die.