In a pivotal snap election, approximately 29 million Canadians are voting amid economic pressures and external influence from U.S. President Donald Trump. Prime Minister Mark Carney leads against Conservative Pierre Poilievre, both of whom emphasized Canadian sovereignty following Trump's provocative comments suggesting Canada might become the U.S.'s 51st state. With a significant portion of exports to the U.S., both candidates are focusing on securing favorable trade deals. Early voting has soared to 7.3 million, reflecting citizensâ engagement in safeguarding Canada's interests during challenging times.
Trump's statement about Canada potentially becoming the US' 51st state has influenced the election, prompting leaders to emphasize Canadian sovereignty and independence.
With Canada facing a cost-of-living crisis and Trump's tariff threats looming, both candidates are prioritizing trade negotiations with the US to secure the economy.
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