Pierre Poilievre Archives - National Times

16 Jul

Dozens of Independents Join Crowded Field as Poilievre Eyes Comeback in Battle River—Crowfoot Byelection

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Battle River Crowfoot, Alberta, July 16, 2025: The Alberta riding of Battle River Crowfoot is preparing for a remarkable byelection, with dozens of independent candidates already registered in a race that could see Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre return to the House of Commons.The surge of independent hopefuls comes from the efforts of the Longest Ballot Committee, an electoral reform advocacy group determined to set records by registering hundreds of candidates. The group says its goal is to draw attention to the flaws of Canada’s first-past-the-post voting system.While most candidates are running as independents, others have filed nominations under banners such…

06 May

Poilievre Reflects on Federal Election Loss, Eyes Comeback Through Alberta Byelection

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Ottawa, May 6 – Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre admitted the 2025 federal election map has changed "dramatically" after securing 41 per cent of the national vote but still falling short of victory. Speaking publicly for the first time since losing his long-held seat and his first shot at becoming prime minister, Poilievre said the Conservative Party must now find a million more votes to cross the finish line next time."If you told me we’d get 41 per cent, I’d call it ambitious. But to get that and still not win? That’s crazy," he told reporters outside Parliament Hill on Tuesday.Poilievre…

30 Apr

Bruce Fanjoy Stuns Pierre Poilievre in Carleton, Says Liberal Momentum Helped Power Upset

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Ottawa, April 30, 2025 — In one of the most stunning upsets of Canada’s federal election, Liberal newcomer Bruce Fanjoy unseated long-time Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre in the Carleton riding, ending his two-decade run in the Ottawa-area seat. Fanjoy attributed the win to relentless ground-level campaigning and the renewed momentum under Prime Minister Mark Carney.“With Mark Carney’s leadership, suddenly I had the wind at my back,” Fanjoy said in an interview with CTV’s Power Play. “Pierre, God bless him, he took the riding for granted. And people don’t like to be taken for granted.”Fanjoy defeated Poilievre by approximately 4,300 votes,…

29 Apr

Conservatives Face Crossroads After Strong Showing Falls Short of Power

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Despite a strong national vote share and notable seat gains, Pierre Poilievre’s Conservative Party has once again fallen short of forming government, prompting soul-searching within party ranks.According to Elections Canada, the Conservatives secured around 41% of the vote—a level not reached in decades—and are projected to win approximately 148 seats, a significant increase from the 120 seats they held prior to dissolution. Yet, with the progressive vote consolidating behind Mark Carney’s Liberals, the Conservatives were once again pushed into opposition.It’s a bitter pill for a party that, only months ago, seemed poised for victory. Public opinion polls…

29 Apr

Mark Carney Leads Liberals to Minority Victory Amid Rising Canadian Nationalism and Trump Tensions

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma) : Mark Carney has led the Liberal Party to a narrow but decisive minority government win in Canada’s federal election, defeating Pierre Poilievre’s Conservatives in a campaign dominated by issues like affordability, tariffs, and threats from U.S. President Donald Trump.CTV News declared the Liberals victorious late Monday night after projections showed they had won or were leading in 156 of the 343 ridings. Conservatives secured 144 seats, falling short once again of forming government. A party requires 172 seats for a majority.This marks the fourth straight federal defeat for the Conservatives and cements a decade-long rule for…

29 Apr

Mark Carney’s Liberals Edge Ahead as Canadians Vote Amid Trump’s Provocations

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadians cast their votes on Monday to choose their next Prime Minister in a highly charged election overshadowed by US President Donald Trump's renewed trade war rhetoric and annexation threats. As polls closed nationwide, early projections indicated the Liberal Party, led by Prime Minister Mark Carney, gaining a slight edge over Pierre Poilievre’s Conservatives.According to the CBC’s latest projections, the Liberals have secured 23 seats and are leading in 85 others. In comparison, the Conservatives have won 11 seats and are ahead in 81 others. Meanwhile, the Bloc Québécois is leading on 16 seats and the New…

28 Apr

Liberals Hold Narrow Lead as Canada Heads Into Final Day of Campaigning

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma)– With just hours left before Canadians cast their votes in the crucial federal election, the Liberal Party under Prime Minister Mark Carney holds a narrow lead over the Conservative Party led by Pierre Poilievre, according to final opinion polls.A Nanos survey released Saturday showed the Liberals at 43% and the Conservatives at 38.9%, indicating a tightening race that could come down to key battlegrounds across British Columbia and Ontario. The New Democratic Party (NDP) led by Jagmeet Singh trails with 12.6% support, while the Bloc Québécois and the Green Party are expected to maintain smaller shares.The campaign's…

26 Apr

Jean Chrétien Campaigns for Liberals in Key Ridings Ahead of Canada’s April 28 Election, Boosting Mark Carney’s Bid for Power

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National Times Bureau: In the lead-up to Canada's crucial federal election on April 28, former Prime Minister Jean Chrétien has been an active presence on the campaign trail, stumping for the Liberal Party in an effort to secure victory for Liberal leader Mark Carney. The 91-year-old political heavyweight has been traveling across the country, lending his support to candidates in 30 different electoral districts, with a particular focus on regions where the Liberals face stiff competition from their Conservative rivals.Chrétien, who served as Prime Minister from 1993 to 2003, is widely regarded as one of Canada's most successful and influential…

25 Apr

Poilievre Set to Rally Supporters in Calgary Ahead of Federal Election

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma)– Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre is set to rally supporters in Calgary on Friday, aiming to fire up his Western Canadian base ahead of the upcoming federal election. The event, scheduled at 235 Aero Way NE with doors opening at 12:30 PM, is a key campaign stop as Poilievre sharpens his appeal to Alberta voters.The Conservative leader is expected to double down on core issues such as affordability, inflation, and energy independence. In a recent campaign video, he pledged to scrap the federal electric vehicle (EV) sales mandate if elected, criticizing it as a policy that punishes…

24 Apr

Liberal Surge Threatens Poilievre’s Hold on Carleton as Election Heats Up

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Ottawa, April 24, 2025 — Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre finds himself in an unexpected fight for political survival in his own riding of Carleton, as internal polls reveal growing momentum for Liberal candidate Bruce Fanjoy. Once considered a safe Conservative stronghold, Carleton is now shaping up to be a defining battleground in Canada’s April 28 federal election.Fanjoy, backed by an energized Liberal base, has been running an intensive grassroots campaign. He’s reportedly knocked on over 15,000 doors and worn out two pairs of sneakers in a determined push to flip the riding. Calling it “a national election inside a local…