Liberals hit polling high, but the summer of quiet discontent is approaching

As affordability issues continue to dominate the minds of Canadians, now is not the time for a victory lap.

Prime Minister Mark Carney currently has leeway to set the agenda, but the macroeconomics of sovereignty and trade diversification won’t always win the day, writes Josie Sabatino.The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY JOSIE SABATINO

May 13, 2026

OTTAWA—Canadians are in for a summer of quiet discontent as affordability issues continue to hit hard across the country. Their grievances will be aired in grocery store aisles and over dinner tables as they seek a sounding board for the frustration of stretching household...

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