Canada heads to polls on April 28 as Carney calls federal election

Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Sunday that Canada will hold federal elections on April 28. The move came after Carney met with Governor General Mary Simon to request the dissolution of Parliament—a long-anticipated step.

Carney, leading the Liberal Party, will face off against his main challenger, Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre, in what’s expected to be a fiercely contested race.

The election will focus on key national issues including the economy, cost of living, healthcare, and climate policy. Early polls suggest a tight race, with both leaders already sharpening their campaign messages.

The countdown to April 28 begins.