Canadians in Flux: Politics, Property, and Power Shifts
From a new wave of Gujarati political candidates in Canada to snowbirds fleeing Florida and foreign interference in elections, here’s what’s shaking up Canadian politics and identity.
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For the first time, Gujarati-origin candidates are stepping into Canada's federal election spotlight.
Four first-generation immigrants, including Jayesh Brahmbhatt and Sunjiv Raval, are running for Parliament, marking a shift in Indian-Canadian
political representation long dominated by Punjabis.
While the Punjabi presence remains strong with leaders like Jagmeet Singh and Anita Anand, Gujaratis are now adding
to the diversity of voices shaping Canadian policy.
A growing number of Canadians are selling their Florida homes, citing political tensions, rising costs, and a weakening
Canadian dollar.
From Sarasota to Naples, long-time snowbirds like Mark Hintz and the Horne family are packing up, disillusioned by
Trump-era rhetoric and skyrocketing condo fees.
Real estate agents report a surge in Canadian sellers, with many saying they no longer feel welcome in
their once-beloved winter retreats.
Canada’s election watchdog says the Chinese government used WeChat to amplify posts about Liberal leader Mark Carney.
The posts, which received millions of views, were part of a coordinated campaign targeting Chinese-Canadian voters.
Officials say the operation hasn’t compromised the fairness of the election, but it’s a stark reminder of foreign
interference risks.
Global stock markets are reeling as Trump doubles down on tariffs, sparking fears of a recession.
Canadian leaders are scrambling to respond, with the Bank of Canada warning of economic strain.
Trump’s comments accusing Canada of 'cheating' on trade have only added fuel to the fire, as negotiations over
the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement loom.
Canadian creatives in Hollywood are grappling with a painful identity crisis amid Trump’s anti-Canada rhetoric.
At a recent Leafs vs.
Kings game in L.A., thousands of Canadians showed up in solidarity.
For many, like Simpsons writer Tim Long, the political climate has made it harder to reconcile their dual
identities, with some even reconsidering their future in the U.S.
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