Canada’s federal politics boils down to a pair of intense competitions

It may all come down to what issue will prevail: the preferred prime minister or the price of eggs.

Despite Canadians’ grave, enduring doubts about Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, Prime Minister Mark Carney's upcoming budget could work to his advantage. The pre-budget speculation has focused on two politically volatile issues: the nature of cuts the government will impose, and the size of the federal deficit, writes Michael Harris.The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY MICHAEL HARRIS

October 6, 2025

HALIFAX—Canada’s federal politics have boiled down to a pair of intense competitions.

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