2025 Canadian Election Shocker: Carney’s Comeback and Political Fallout

In the 2025 Canadian federal election, the Liberal Party made an amazing comeback with Mark Carney as their new leader. They are likely to form a minority government, winning about 159 seats compared to the Conservatives’ 142. Carney and his team have to deal with challenges like US President Donald Trump’s tariffs and demands. Here are the major winners and losers from this election.

Winners:

– Mark Carney: Once new to politics and never having held office before, Carney became Prime Minister thanks to his experience in finance. He previously helped manage Canada’s economy during the 2008 crisis and dealt with Brexit. His “Canada Strong” campaign, which focused on protecting Canadian interests and values, appealed to voters all around the country.

– Wayne Long: The Liberal MP from Saint John–Kennebecasis did really well in the election, winning over 58% of the vote. Long was known for criticizing former Prime Minister Trudeau and focusing on important local issues like housing and infrastructure.

– Danielle Smith: The Premier of Alberta, Smith, came out stronger from the election. She warned Mark Carney that if the government doesn’t act quickly on things like pipelines and environmental rules, it could lead to serious problems between Alberta and Ottawa.

Losers:

– Pierre Poilievre: The Conservative leader began the campaign with a huge lead but lost it quickly. He ended up conceding on election night and admitted his party didn’t win enough seats to govern. Now, people are asking what’s next for him and the Conservative Party in this new political environment.

– Jagmeet Singh & the NDP: The New Democratic Party had a tough time and dropped to just eight seats, putting their official status at risk. Singh announced he would step down after losing his own seat in Burnaby Central, and many are worried about what this means for the party’s future.

– Maxime Bernier: The leader of the People’s Party of Canada lost his seat in Beauce, Quebec, and his party failed to win any seats at all. Bernier’s focus on populist and right-wing ideas didn’t connect well with enough voters, leading to a tough defeat for his party.

Trump’s Controversial Comments:
Donald Trump made a poor choice late in the campaign by suggesting Canada should become the 51st state. This upset many Canadians, including Carney and Poilievre, who rejected his comments. The election showed how strong Canadian pride is and how much people resist outside interference.

What’s Next?
Mark Carney now has to work with a split Parliament to get things done, depending on support from other smaller parties like the NDP. Danielle Smith’s requests will challenge Canada’s relationship with provinces, and the unpredictable relationship with the U.S. remains a big concern. Plus, the NDP needs to find a new direction, and the People’s Party is facing a tough future.