One week ago, Canadians went to the polls in what was widely viewed as a pivotal election for our country’s future. But despite the high stakes, the outcome looks remarkably familiar.
We’re back where we started – with a minority Liberal government, anchored in Atlantic Canada, Quebec, and urban Ontario. The Conservatives remain strong across western Canada and in rural Ontario, while B.C. continues to reflect a growing urban-rural divide, with progressive MPs in urban centres and Conservatives rurally.
A post-election recount added a single seat to the Liberal column, but the political landscape remains fragmented. To govern, the Liberals will once again need the support of other minority parties to pass legislation. Sound familiar?
As we look ahead, it’s clear that Canada is politically divided – by geography, by economic realities, and by cultural and demographic priorities. At a time when we need a strong, united voice to address external pressures like U.S. tariffs and global interest in our natural resources, the road forward will require compromise and collaboration.
Newly elected Prime Minister Carney has a busy spring ahead of him as he navigates tariffs with Trump, a busy legislative agenda, the G7 summit in Alberta, and the introduction of his first budget.
At the same time, the Prime Minister has also promised to build an economic plan with provincial partners, some of whom are wary of their federal counterparts. All with a minority government which will need to find votes from opposition Members across the aisle to support his agenda.
Canadians and Albertans are watching closely to see if he can balance all of these tasks when there is little room for error.