Saturday, March 29, 2025
Final Results Expected Tonight
Canada’s federal election results are beginning to come in, with Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal Party holding an early lead. The election is highly competitive, with the Conservative Party led by Pierre Poilievre close behind. The polls closed across Canada’s six time zones, with the last polling stations in the western provinces closing at 7:00 PM local time. Final results are expected later this evening.
Early results from at least four Atlantic provinces indicate a tight race, reflecting how Canadians voted amid concerns over trade tensions and sovereignty issues highlighted by U.S. President Donald Trump.
The Liberals currently have about 42.8% national support, with the Conservatives at approximately 39.2%.
Smaller parties such as the New Democratic Party (NDP) and the Bloc Québécois may play a crucial role in deciding the government, as their strong performances in previous elections have reduced the number of seats held by the Liberals.
On election day, Donald Trump stirred controversy by posting on social media that Canada should become the 51st U.S. state and falsely claimed that the U.S. subsidizes Canada. Both Carney and Poilievre strongly rejected these remarks, emphasizing Canada’s sovereignty and independence. Poilievre responded firmly, telling Trump to stay out of Canada’s elections, while Carney stressed that Canadians make their own decisions.
Canada has about 41 million people, with around 29 million eligible voters.
A record 7.3 million Canadians voted early before election day.
The House of Commons has 343 seats, with 172 needed for a majority government.
If the Liberals win, it would mark a significant political comeback, especially since the Conservatives had a substantial lead in polls earlier this year.
The election outcome may result in a minority government, requiring cooperation with smaller parties.
Both Carney and Poilievre have pledged to address trade uncertainties and aim to renegotiate agreements with the United States to protect Canada’s economy.
Polls closed across Canada’s six time zones, last closing at 7:00 PM local time in the west.
Early results favor the Liberal Party under Mark Carney.
The final outcome will shape Canada’s political and economic relations, especially with the United States.
Smaller parties could hold the balance of power in the new parliament.
Canadians await the full results as the country faces important decisions amid international trade challenges and domestic political shifts.
