Liberals pick up extra seat in Quebec — bringing the projected number of seats to 169

The Conservatives maintained their dominance in federal election ridings in Saskatchewan and Alberta; however, this was insufficient for them to secure a government. Justin Leifso, an assistant professor in political studies at the University of Victoria, indicates that the sentiments of western alienation are likely to persist. This situation reflects ongoing political dynamics in the region, highlighting the challenges faced by the Conservatives despite their electoral successes. Full Article

Summary Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to have his first in-person meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump soon, following a phone conversation where Trump congratulated Carney on his recent election victory. Both leaders emphasized the importance of Canada and the U.S. collaborating as independent nations for mutual benefit, although specific discussions on current tariffs affecting Canadian exports were not mentioned. Earlier, Carney also spoke with French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss enhancing defense and...

Summary Political figure Preston Manning is exploring "independent-oriented proposals" for western Canada following the Liberals' fourth consecutive election win. He warns that the continued leadership of Prime Minister Mark Carney, whom he labels a "threat to national unity," could exacerbate western alienation, criticizing Carney for not committing to reversing divisive policies from the Trudeau era. Manning plans to establish a "Canada West Assembly" to discuss future actions, with initial meetings expected after Carney's first throne...

SummaryIn the 2025 Student Vote, grade school students propelled Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre to a hypothetical minority government, with the Conservatives winning 165 seats and 36.4% of the vote, a significant improvement from 2021. The Liberals followed with 145 seats, while the NDP faced a disappointing outcome, securing only 13 seats, a drop from their previous count. The Bloc Quebecois and Green Party earned 17 and 2 seats respectively, and the survey highlighted students' top...

After performing two sold-out concerts at Toronto's Rogers Centre, American rock band Metallica donated $40,000 to the Daily Bread Food Bank. The donation was made through their philanthropic foundation, All Within My Hands, and aims to support families in need throughout the city during a critical period. This charitable act highlights Metallica's commitment to giving back to the community in which they perform. Full Article

MONTREAL — Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet emphasized the need for collaboration among federal parties to ensure stability in Parliament, particularly in light of threats from U.S. President Donald Trump. Following a contentious election with uncertain results, Blanchet expressed concerns over potential instability and indicated his intention to engage with other federal leaders regarding a minority government. The Bloc suffered significant losses, potentially reducing its seats from 33 to 23, while the Liberals are projected...