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TOP STORY In the 2025 election, record advance voting turnout—7.3 million Canadians—has sparked speculation about its implications for the Conservatives, though some caution it may simply reflect a trend towards early voting. The Conservatives are gaining traction among younger voters, with a recent survey showing 42% support among those aged 18-29, contrasting with a 14-point disadvantage among voters over 60. Increased youth participation could significantly benefit the Conservatives, as higher overall turnout historically correlates with...

Police are investigating a shooting incident at Toronto Pearson Airport's Terminal 1, where an adult male was shot, although the officer involved remains uninjured. Peel Regional Police confirmed the situation is isolated, with no threats to public safety, but advised of delays as passengers and vehicles are rerouted. The Special Investigations Unit (SIU) is involved, and there is significant police presence, with road closures reported on Highway 409 leading to the terminal. Full Article

Austrian businessman Peter Brabeck-Letmathe has been appointed interim chairman of the World Economic Forum, succeeding Klaus Schwab amid ongoing investigations into Schwab's financial and ethical conduct. Brabeck-Letmathe, known for his long tenure at Nestlé where he held various leadership roles including CEO and Chairman, has faced scrutiny for past controversial comments on water usage. In addition to his Nestlé career, he has held significant positions with organizations such as Roche and Credit Suisse, and founded...

Throughout the 2025 campaign, the Conservatives criticized the "Lost Liberal Decade," arguing that Canada has significantly declined in various indicators since the Liberals took power in 2015, with worse outcomes in the economy, crime, public services, and affordability. Crime rates, particularly homicides, have increased dramatically, with the homicide count rising from 604 in 2015 to a peak of 874 in 2022, and firearm-related violent crime incidents surging nearly 30% in seven years. Simultaneously, the prison...

According to a new survey from Leger Marketing and the Association of Canadian Studies, two-thirds of Canadians perceive relations between Liberal and Conservative supporters as poor, a sentiment consistent across all regions. The ongoing federal election campaign appears to be exacerbating this partisan divide, with older respondents expressing the most negative views. However, unlike in the U.S., cultural issues do not seem to be driving this division in Canada, as the Liberal and Conservative platforms...

Summary In a recent interview, incumbent NDP MP Matthew Green expressed a desire for his party to engage in "soul searching" post-election to redefine its identity and values, emphasizing the importance of results in elections. While he supports leader Jagmeet Singh, he believes the party needs to stop waiting for a "superhero" to rescue them from their challenges, especially amidst a potential Liberal resurgence under Mark Carney. Green highlighted the difficulty in communicating the significance...