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Summary As millions of Canadians participated in advance voting, political leaders intensified their campaigns. Liberal Leader Mark Carney emphasized the need for a strong mandate to address crises and negotiate with U.S. President Donald Trump, while Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre called for change, highlighting the need to elect a new government. Elections Canada reported over two million votes cast on a single day, indicating a potential record turnout, with polls showing the Liberals leading the...

OTTAWA — The Chinese government is suspected of undermining Toronto-area Conservative candidate Joe Tay's campaign by promoting a mock "wanted" poster and disparaging stories about him while suppressing searches of his name on social media. The Security and Intelligence Threats to Elections (SITE) task force indicated that this transnational repression operation, which intensified around Tay's candidacy announcement, reflects traditional PRC-backed foreign interference tactics. However, SITE members believe these activities have not jeopardized the integrity of...

Liberal Leader Mark Carney's detailed platform release has sparked mixed reactions, with promises of $130 billion in new measures over four years potentially unsettling Canadians wary of increasing federal debt. While Carney positions himself as a calm, intelligent alternative to Justin Trudeau, his platform's emphasis on prioritizing Canadian contractors in defense procurement raises questions about practicality versus political promises. The platform's specifics, particularly regarding capital versus program spending, may appear more concerning when outlined in...

Elections Canada InvestigationElections Canada has announced that an employee will be suspended from working at polling stations while an investigation is underway regarding allegations of attempting to influence voters to support the Conservative Party at an advanced polling station in Vaughan. The incident occurred last weekend and raises concerns about election integrity. The organization is taking the matter seriously as it seeks to uphold fair voting practices during the electoral process. Full Article

A recent Leger poll indicates the Liberals are gaining significant support, especially from the ideological centre, which could impact the 2025 federal election. The survey reveals the Liberals hold approximately two-thirds of left-leaning voters and lead Conservatives by 10 percentage points among centrists, while Conservatives maintain strong support from right-leaning voters. The NDP faces challenges as the Liberals have encroached on their base, failing to effectively address progressive issues, highlighting the need for the Conservatives...

A London, Ont., mother, Courteney Morris, lost nearly $200 after her 9-year-old daughter used a Rogers TV box voice control remote to purchase a Netflix subscription, which was billed to the family's account. Technology analyst Carmi Levy emphasized that the ease of buying services on smart devices necessitates consumer awareness to prevent accidental transactions. This incident highlights the need for families to implement safeguards against unintended purchases on voice-activated technology. Full Article