10 h. ago Here's how you can watch the federal election debates in Canada this week

The big debate between the federal party leaders is set to take place this week.Liberal Leader Mark Carney, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, and Bloc Quebecois Leader Yves-Francois Blanchet will take part in two debates.A French-language debate will be held on Wednesday, April 16 at 6 p.m. ET and be moderated by Radio-Canada's Patrice Roy. One day later, on April 17 at 7 p.m. ET, an English debate will take place with TVO's Steve Paikin serving as moderator. Both will be broadcast live from Montreal's Maison de Radio-Canada atrium. Both will run for two hours without commercials.If you're interested in tuning in, the process is pretty simple, with many broadcasters set to air the events. This includes:CBC — CBCnews.ca, CBC News app (Android/iOS), CBC Gem, CBC’s YouTube channelCPAC — CPAC YouTube channelCTV — CTVNews.ca, the CTV News app (Android/iOS), CTV News YouTube channelGlobal News —...

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11 h. ago Green Party disinvited from federal leaders’ debate, commission says

The decision comes just hours before the French language debate is scheduled to take place in Montreal, and one day before the English debate

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11 h. ago In federal leaders’ debates, these are the topics set to dominate

While the Green Party was originally invited to take part in the federal leaders' debates, the party was disqualified for not meeting the criteria on Wednesday morning.

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27 h. ago 10/3: Party leaders trying to set themseleves apart during Montreal debates

With less than two weeks left to go until election day, party leaders are gearing up for back to back debates this week.

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36 h. ago Federal leaders gearing up for election debates. What are they working on?

As the federal party leaders prepare to face off in debates in Montreal this week, experts say they're likely working on positive body language and polishing their French skills.

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37 h. ago Party leaders in Montreal ahead of this week’s election debates

OTTAWA — Federal party leaders are campaigning in the Montreal area ahead of the two election debates that will take place Wednesday and Thursday. It will be the first time Liberal Leader Mark Carney and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre square off in a debate. This morning, Carney is scheduled to make an announcement and hold […]

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52 h. ago Canada election: Here’s how to watch the federal leaders’ debates

The federal party leaders are expected to face off in French and English language election debates just days before Canadians can start voting in advanced polls.

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6 d. ago Mark Carney shows major love to Toronto band in latest Nardwuar interview

Prime Minister Mark Carney has a special place in his heart for a particular Toronto band, and he showed it on full display in a new interview with the iconic Nardwuar the Human Serviette.Like with every federal election, Nardwuar invites all party leaders to be interviewed and have a quintessential Nardwuar convo.And this time around, Carney was down for the ride.As the customary Nardwuarpresents roll on out, Carney is gifted with the classic Time to Win EP from Toronto's Down with Webster (DTW), to which he laughs and immediately throws up the DTW 'W.' Admitting to being a huge fan, the PM dishes on the lore with the legendary rockers (shout out the Beaches!) and reminisces on first hearing them at a live show."From the first tuba sounds of 'Time to Win,' I was hooked," he said, referencing the 2009 tune that dominated middle school halls at the time.That tune was also on heavy rotation during Carney's campaign trails, where it was played after his rallies...

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7 d. ago Two federal party leaders in Saskatchewan today as campaign nears halfway point

OTTAWA — The Liberal and NDP leaders will take their campaigns to Saskatchewan today as the federal election race nears the halfway mark. NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh is set to make an announcement and speak at the First Nations Summit in Vancouver, before making his way to Saskatoon for a campaign event. There are 14 […]

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8 d. ago Party leaders in Western Canada today as federal election campaign continues

OTTAWA — The top three federal party leaders will all be in Western Canada today. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is scheduled to hold a press conference in Edmonton at 8:30 a.m. before he makes his way to Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., for a rally in the evening. NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh plans to make an […]

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1 week ago Campaigning across the country, federal leaders pledge family doctors, red tape cuts

OTTAWA — Federal party leaders are starting the second full weekend of the federal election campaign at opposite ends of the country. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is in B.C., where he is set to make an announcement on cutting bureaucratic red tape, while NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh is in Atlantic Canada, where he promised to […]

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1 week ago Carney, Poilievre focus on trades and red tape as Singh tackles health care

Federal party leaders are starting the second full weekend of the federal election campaign at opposite ends of the country, with stops in B.C., Atlantic Canada and Ontario.

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1 week ago Trump wants NATO to spend 5% on defence. What do Canada party leaders say?

Federal party leaders and candidates in the upcoming election say they are committed to getting Canada to meet NATO's current defence spending target of two per cent of GDP.

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1 week ago Randall Denley: Other provinces are demanding election goodies. Ontario should, too

Ford should be pressing all party leaders for commitments in areas where Ontario will need federal help. There is no shortage of issues

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1 week ago THE LATEST: Party leaders back on campaign trail; Kinsella weighs in on Poilievre

Follow the Toronto Sun’s live coverage of Canada’s 45th general election and tariff-related news, with contributions from Brian Lilley, Bryan Passifiume, Lorrie Goldstein and columnists Joe Warmington and Warren Kinsella, as well as contributions from the Sun’s editors and reporters covering the election ahead of the April 28 vote. Plus, you can find all of […]

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2 w. ago Federal party leaders continue campaigning as more Trump tariffs loom

OTTAWA — Party leaders are likely to receive questions about Canada-U.S. relations during their campaign stops today, a day before American President Donald Trump is expected to impose “reciprocal” tariffs by increasing U.S. duties to match the tax rates that other countries charge on imports. Tomorrow, Trump may also reinstate economy-wide tariffs on Canada and […]

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2 w. ago Want to know if a party leader is coming to your hometown? It’s not easy

Most of the campaign stops are released to the media just the day before they happen

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3 w. ago Canada election: Party leaders enter 1st full day on campaign trail

Liberal Leader Mark Carney will try to inject some Canadian symbolism and pride to his election campaign Monday with a stop in Gander, N.L.

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3 w. ago Federal party leaders enter first full day on campaign trail in five

OTTAWA — Liberal Leader Mark Carney will try to inject some Canadian symbolism and pride to his election campaign today with a stop in Gander, Nfld. The town in northeastern Newfoundland famously fed and housed thousands of passengers — most of them Americans — when flights were grounded after the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks […]

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