Canada’s 2025 Elections: Key Issues and Party Leaders in Focus

As Canada gets ready for its important elections on Monday, April 28, 2025, party leaders are making their last efforts to reach out to voters. There are big concerns like money troubles and immigration that are on people’s minds. Leaders from different parties are campaigning hard in places like Ontario and British Columbia to gain support.

Mark Carney, the current Prime Minister and a former banker, has faced tough economic challenges during this campaign. Speaking to a large crowd at Pearson International Airport in Mississauga, Carney urged Canadians to stand united despite the global problems around us. “Canada is more than just a country; we are a union that the world admires,” he said. He talked about key issues like the trade war with the U.S., high housing costs, and problems in healthcare. His message is all about keeping things stable and relying on experience.

On the other side, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre is pushing for big changes. His plan, called “100 days of change,” promises to introduce important new laws regarding crime, housing, and resource use. During an event in Delta, B.C., he passionately declared, “We love this country, and we want to keep it strong, safe, and affordable for everyone!” However, many Canadians feel uneasy about his ties to former U.S. President Donald Trump, as recent polls show people see the U.S. as a troubling influence in their lives.

NDP leader Jagmeet Singh has taken a personal approach in his campaign, sharing his own experiences. In London, Ontario, he spoke about a serious death threat he received in 2023. “It was frightening to know someone wanted to hurt me because of my beliefs,” Singh said, reflecting on his fears. “But it made me think about those who don’t have my protection. Who is looking out for them?” His focus on healthcare, affordable housing, and helping everyone feels relatable to many Canadians who think the political system has left them behind.

Recent polls show the Liberals have a slight lead, but the Conservatives are close behind, and the NDP is strong in certain areas. The results of this election could shape the future of Canada, and it’s still very uncertain what will happen.