Canada's Snap Election: Tariffs, Tensions, and a Tight Race

Canada is heading to a snap federal election on April 28, called by new Prime Minister Mark Carney.

With the U.S.

imposing steep tariffs and a potential recession looming, the stakes are high.

Carney, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, and NDP's Jagmeet Singh are all vying for leadership.

Recent polls show a tight race, with the Liberals slightly ahead for the first time in years.

President Trump’s sweeping tariffs have triggered a stock market crash and economic anxiety across Canada.

The Dow has dropped over 10%, and Canadians are bracing for a U.S.

recession.

Carney warns of 'tough days ahead' and has rolled out emergency measures to support workers and retirees.

Meanwhile, Poilievre blames Liberal policies and promises to fast-track energy projects.

Canadian officials have flagged a Chinese-backed information campaign on WeChat promoting Mark Carney.

The posts, which reached millions, were amplified inauthentically.

While the government says the election remains fair, critics warn of Beijing’s growing influence.

Conservative Michael Chong accused China of trying to re-elect the Liberals.

For the first time, Gujarati-Canadians are making a notable entry into federal politics.

Candidates like Jayesh Brahmbhatt and Sunjiv Raval are running in key ridings, adding diversity to a space long

dominated by Punjabi-Canadians.

While their chances are uncertain, their presence marks a shift in representation.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is under fire for allegedly advising Trump officials to delay tariffs until after Canada’s

election.

Critics question her loyalty, accusing her of siding with Big Oil over national interests.

Smith denies wrongdoing, but the controversy adds fuel to national unity debates.