Pierre Poilievre’s leadership review was less about absolution than affirmation: a collective judgment that the party is closer to power with him than without him.
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Canada’s voter gender gap is not just about party preference — it reflects deeper ideological divides shaped by cultural values, policy priorities and gender identities.
How can the Liberal Party’s energy ambitions support just and equitable energy transitions?
During Canada’s federal election campaign, the Liberals benefited from strategic voting, but it was the NDP that appeared to lose the most from this strategy.
Despite losing the federal election, Pierre Poilievre brought the party its greatest electoral performance in decades and has generated a unique degree of energy and enthusiasm among supporters.
From defence to trade and climate, Canada and the European Union share deep economic and strategic ties. What does Mark Carney’s victory mean for the Canada-EU relationship?
South Asians are Canada’s [largest visible minority group and their civic participation offers a vital lens into how democracy functions in a multicultural, multilingual society.
Recent immigration measures highlight deep inequalities in who gets recognized. An inclusive regularization strategy must go beyond sector-specific fixes.
As Canada’s current $10-a-day plan is being built, working toward its goals — affordability, accessibility, quality and inclusivity — is the best way to ensure child care now and in the future.
Gun control hasn’t been a big issue during the 2025 election like it was in 2021. But it’s still important to assess the gun policies of the two parties leading in the polls.
This scholar has found that 86 per cent of replies to tweets sent to women MPs contained some form of harassment. This is a clear threat to women’s participation in politics.
Climate change remains a real threat to Canadians and their communities. As they campaign to lead the country, Canada’s would-be prime ministers should be advocating for climate action.
Canada’s overall population is older than ever. As more baby boomers retire in the coming years, policymakers will need to consider how they can meet the needs of an older population.
Rural communities are vital to Canada’s economic success and sovereignty. But rural Canada remains poorly understood and underrepresented in federal programs and policies.
Not all union endorsements carry the same weight, but they can play a strategically critical role in election campaigns.
Governments must ensure that caregiver support systems are in place, are flexible enough to respond to individual and family needs and enable natural support networks to flourish.
The question on the ballot this election is no longer about Justin Trudeau — it’s about who Canadians trust to lead them through a disruptive and unpredictable time.
Knowing how to talk about misinformation can help preserve relationships with friends and loved ones that can be frayed during high-stakes election campaigns.
Even in the face of Donald Trump’s threats against Canada, differences on foreign policy won’t necessarily shape the federal election’s outcome.
When it comes to economics, Mark Carney is among the most knowledgeable in the country. But can he now connect with everyday Canadians on the campaign trail?
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PhD Candidate, Political Science, Western University
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Professor of Defence Studies, Royal Military College of Canada
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Associate Professor of Interdisciplinary Studies, Royal Roads University
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Scholarly Director of the MacEachen Institute for Public Policy and Governance, Dalhousie University
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Professor of Political Science in the Faculty of Management at Dalhousie University, Dalhousie University
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Professor and Canada Research Chair (Disability Inclusive Development), Queen's University, Ontario
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Professor, Labour Studies, Brock University
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Assistant Professor, Political Studies, University of Saskatchewan
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Associate Professor, School of Environment, Enterprise and Development, University of Waterloo
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Associate Professor of Sport Management, Brock University
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Adjunct Professor, School of Environmental Design and Rural Development, University of Guelph
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Director and Professor, University of Guelph
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Professor in Public Policy and Society, University of Toronto
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Professor, Environmental and Urban Change, York University, Canada
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PhD Candidate, Faculty of Information, University of Toronto