The 2025 Canadian federal election is scheduled for Monday, April 28, 2025, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s political landscape. This election will determine the composition of the 45th Canadian Parliament and is the first to utilize a new 343-seat electoral map, reflecting changes from the 2021 census.
🗳️ Election Overview
Key Dates
- Election Day: Monday, April 28, 2025
- Advance Voting: April 18–21
- Debates: French: April 16 at 6 PM ET (moved from 8 pm ET/5 PM PT)| English Debates: April 17 at 8 PM ET/5 PM PT
- Candidate Nomination Deadline: April 7
- Final Candidate List Published: April 9
Background
The election was called after Prime Minister Mark Carney requested the dissolution of Parliament on March 23, 2025, following his succession of Justin Trudeau on March 14. Carney, a former governor of the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, assumed leadership amid escalating trade tensions with the United States, including the imposition of 25% tariffs on Canadian goods by President Trump. These developments have significantly influenced the political climate leading up to the election.
🏛️ Major Political Parties & Leaders
Liberal Party of Canada
- Leader: Mark Carney
- Seats at Dissolution: 152
- 2021 Election Result: 160 seats (minority government)
- Platform Highlights: Economic stability, strong leadership in international trade, and countering U.S. trade policies.
Conservative Party of Canada
- Leader: Pierre Poilievre
- Seats at Dissolution: 120
- 2021 Election Result: 119 seats
- Platform Highlights: “Canada First” policies, addressing cost-of-living issues, and reducing government spending.
New Democratic Party (NDP)
- Leader: Jagmeet Singh
- Seats at Dissolution: 24
- 2021 Election Result: 25 seats
- Platform Highlights: Affordable housing, healthcare expansion, and climate action.
Bloc Québécois
- Leader: Yves-François Blanchet
- Seats at Dissolution: 33
- 2021 Election Result: 32 seats
- Platform Highlights: Quebec sovereignty, protection of French language and culture.
Green Party of Canada
- Co-Leaders: Elizabeth May & Jonathan Pedneault
- Seats at Dissolution: 2
- 2021 Election Results: 2 seats
- Platform Highlights: Environmental sustainability, climate change mitigation, and social justice.
People’s Party of Canada (PPC)
- Leader: Maxime Bernier
- Seats at Dissolution: 0
- 2021 Election Result: 0 seats
- Platform Highlights: Reduction of immigration levels, opposition to COVID-19 mandates, and promotion of individual freedoms.
🗳️ Voting Information
Elections Canada provides multiple options for casting your vote:
- On Election Day: Vote at your assigned polling station on April 28.
- Advance Voting: Available from April 18 to 21 at designated advance polling stations.
- By Mail: Apply for a mail-in ballot through Elections Canada’s website.
- At Local Elections Canada Office: Vote in person at your local office before April 22, 6:00 p.m.
To find your riding, confirm your registration, and view your local candidates, visit the Elections Canada website.
📊 Electoral Changes
This election introduces a new electoral map with 343 seats, an increase from the previous 338. The redistribution reflects population changes identified in the 2021 census, affecting several ridings across the country.
📈 Polling and Predictions
Recent polls indicate a competitive race between the Liberal and Conservative parties. The Liberals have experienced a surge in support following Carney’s leadership and in response to U.S. trade policies. The Conservatives, previously leading in polls, now face a tighter contest. The outcome may hinge on key battleground ridings and voter turnout.
