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NDP Convention: The 2021 Election
The NDP gained one net riding, reaching 25 seats and rising to 17.8% of the popular vote. There were gains in Edmonton Griesbach, Nanaimo—Ladysmith, and Port Moody—Coquitlam. But losses in Hamilton Mountain and St. John’s East.
Vote 2021
Blanchet Discusses Outcome of Election, Proposes a Health Summit
Speaking in Montreal, at his first press conference since the federal election, Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet suggests that Prime Minister Trudeau get to work quickly and hold a summit with his provincial counterparts about health care funding and federal health transfers. Blanchet says that he has discussed the idea with Quebec Premier François Legault and the latter’s Ontarian counterpart Doug Ford. According to the Bloc leader, this is an issue that must be dealt with as fast as possible. As he stated during the election campaign, Blanchet plans to reach out to each federal leader to agree on common ground that would enable Parliament to function. (September 22, 2021)
Erin O'Toole Speaks with Reporters the Day After Federal Election
Conservative Leader Erin O'Toole speaks with reporters in Ottawa about the results of Canada’s 44th general election. He faces questions about his campaign and future as party leader. O'Toole says the party has launched a post-election review. Polls had suggested a tight race between the Liberals and Conservatives. Justin Trudeau’s Liberals remain in government but once again do not have a majority of seats in the House of Commons. The standings in the House are expected to be nearly identical to the last Parliament. Conservatives will stay on as the Official Opposition. (September 21, 2021) (no interpretation)
Quebec Premier François Legault Comments on Federal Election Results
The day after the federal election victory gave Justin Trudeau the right to form another minority government, Quebec Premier François Legault states his intent to work with his federal counterpart for the good of all Quebecers. When the Liberal cabinet is formed, Premier Legault will ask his ministers to contact their federal counterparts to start working on projects right away. In the meantime, the premier wants the Council of the Federation, presided by British Columbia Premier John Horgan, to call a meeting as soon as possible in order to raise all important points on its priority issue: health-care transfers. (September 21, 2021) (no interpretation)
Saskatchewan Premier Comments on Federal Election Results
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe speaks with reporters in Regina about the results of Canada’s 44th general election. Justin Trudeau’s Liberals remain in government but once again do not have a majority of seats in the House of Commons. The standings in the House are expected to be nearly identical to the last Parliament. The Conservatives retained all 14 ridings in Saskatchewan. Premier Moe criticizes Trudeau for calling the election, citing the approximate $600-million cost, and outlines key issues the federal government should renew its focus on. (September 21, 2021) (no interpretation)
Jagmeet Singh Speaks with Reporters the Day After Federal Election
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh speaks with reporters in Vancouver about the results of Canada’s 44th general election. Justin Trudeau’s Liberals remain in government but once again do not have a majority of seats in the House of Commons. The standings in the House are expected to be nearly identical to the last Parliament. The NDP made minimal gains and will retain its fourth-place party status in Parliament. Singh faces questions about his campaign strategy, the performance in Quebec, his conditions for continuing to support a minority government, and whether he feels secure in his leadership. (September 21, 2021) (no interpretation)
Justin Trudeau Addresses Supporters on Election Night – September 20, 2021
Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau speaks to his supporters at the party's election night headquarters in Montreal. (no interpretation)
Maxime Bernier Addresses Supporters on Election Night – September 20, 2021
People's Party of Canada Leader Maxime Bernier speaks to his supporters in Saskatoon about the results of Canada's 44th general election. Despite polls that suggested an increase in support for his party, Bernier failed to win back his seat in the Quebec riding of Beauce from the Conservative incumbent. (no interpretation)
Election Night 2021 Special
Peter Van Dusen, Esther Bégin and Pam Seatle host CPAC's in-depth coverage as polls close after a 36-day campaign and the votes are tallied. They are joined by political observers and our team of reporters for their analysis as results roll in from across the country. We also have coverage of the election night speeches by the party leaders. (September 20, 2021)
The Race in British Columbia
Peter Van Dusen hosts in-depth coverage as Canadians head to the polls after a 36-day federal election campaign. In this hour, he takes a look at the campaign, the issues and the candidates in British Columbia.
The Race in the Prairies
Peter Van Dusen hosts in-depth coverage as Canadians head to the polls after a 36-day federal election campaign. In this hour, he takes a look at the campaign, the issues and the candidates in the Prairie provinces.
The Race in Ontario
Peter Van Dusen hosts in-depth coverage as Canadians head to the polls after a 36-day federal election campaign. In this hour, he takes a look back at the campaign, the issues and the candidates in Ontario.
Yves-François Blanchet Addresses Supporters on Election Day
On election day, Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet addresses supporters in Acton Vale, Quebec, where he encourages them to vote. (September 20, 2021) (no interpretation)
Portrait of the Electoral Race in Quebec
Esther Bégin hosts in-depth coverage as Canadians head to the polls after a 36-day federal election campaign. What should Canadians know before going to a polling station? When can they get the full election results? We take stock with Serge Fleyfel, spokesperson for Elections Canada. To analyze the stakes of this electoral campaign and talk about what we will be monitoring more closely this evening in Quebec, we talk to Joël-Denis Bellavance, journalist at La Presse and Daniel Béland, political scientist at McGill University. Finally, we tour the ridings of Trois-Rivières, Hochelaga, Sherbrooke, Thérèse-de-Blainville and Beauport-Limoilou with journalists Catherine Lafrance and Martin Stringer where the fight promises to be close.
Election Day Special with Peter Van Dusen
Peter Van Dusen hosts CPAC's in-depth coverage as Canadians head to the polls after a 36-day federal election campaign. Journalists, political observers and experts discuss the issues, expectations and key ridings.
The Race in Atlantic Canada
Peter Van Dusen hosts in-depth coverage as Canadians head to the polls after a 36-day federal election campaign. In this hour, he takes a look at the campaign, the issues and the candidates in the Atlantic provinces.
Justin Trudeau Votes in 2021 Federal Election – September 20, 2021
Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau votes at a polling station in his riding of Papineau in Quebec on election day. He is accompanied by his wife Sophie Grégoire Trudeau and their three children. (no interpretation)
Jagmeet Singh Addresses Voters on Election Day – September 20, 2021
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh briefly addresses voters while canvassing homes in the riding of Burnaby North-Seymour in British Columbia on election day. (no interpretation)
Vote 2021: Regional Recaps
Take a region-by-region look at how the 2021 federal campaign unfolded across Canada -- and what to watch for after the polls close.
Vote 2021: Campaign Politics
A visual look at where CPAC is on the ground across Canada to hear from candidates, voters, and observers on the riding-level races to determine the 2021 election outcome.