Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to announce a federal election by Sunday, avoiding the resumption of a prorogued Parliament on Monday, sources have confirmed to Global News.
With opposition parties prepared to challenge his government at the first opportunity, Carney is strategically positioning his party for a national vote rather than facing a potential non-confidence motion in the House of Commons. The earliest the election can take place is 37 days after it is officially called, with a legal maximum of 51 days from the announcement.
Reports from The Globe and Mail suggest that Carney may set the election date for April 28, citing anonymous sources within the government. However, a senior Liberal campaign official, speaking to Global News, indicated that the prime minister is still weighing his options and is also considering May 5 as a possible election day.
Liberals Gain Momentum in the Polls
The expected election call follows a surge in public support for Carney’s Liberal Party. A recent Ipsos poll conducted exclusively for Global News shows the Liberals pulling ahead of the Conservatives, led by Pierre Poilievre. The survey reveals that if an election were held immediately, 42% of decided voters would support the Liberals, compared to 36% backing the Conservatives.
This marks a significant shift in voter sentiment, with the Liberals expanding their lead over the Tories by seven percentage points in just three weeks. Such a margin suggests the possibility of a Liberal majority government, positioning Carney favorably as he prepares to take his case to the Canadian electorate.
With the political landscape rapidly evolving, all eyes are now on Carney as he makes his decision. The upcoming announcement will set the stage for a high-stakes election campaign, one that could reshape the country’s leadership and policy direction in the months ahead.
