The next Canadian federal election to determine the Prime Minister of Canada is scheduled for April 28, 2025. This snap election was called by PM Mark Carney on March 23, 2025, following his recent appointment. The election will determine the composition of the 45th Canadian Parliament.
Advance Polling Days: Friday, April 18, to Monday, April 21, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Vote on Campus: Sunday, April 13, to Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at participating university and college campuses.
Deadline to Apply for Mail-in Voting: Tuesday, April 22, 2025, by 6 p.m.
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Leader: Pierre Poilievre
Website: https://www.conservative.ca/
Current Seats: As of April 1, 2025, the CPC holds 120 seats in the House of Commons.
Principles & Values: The Conservative Party of Canada is founded on the principles of peace and freedom on the world stage; responsible management of taxpayers’ money; a welcoming land of refuge for the world’s persecuted and afflicted; the defence of clean Canadian technologies; and a clear understanding of responsibilities between levels of government.
Leader: Mark Carney
Website: https://liberal.ca/
Current Seats: As of April 1, 2025, the Liberal Party of Canada holds 152 seats in the House of Commons.
Principles & Values: The Liberal Party of Canada champions inclusivity, prosperity, and people-first policies. Its legacy includes universal healthcare, the Charter of Rights, and national unity. With a history of visionary leadership, the party continues to advance economic stability, environmental sustainability, and reconciliation, striving to unite Canadians through bold, nation-building initiatives.
Leader: Jagmeet Singh
Website: https://www.ndp.ca/
Current Seats: As of April 1, 2025, the New Democratic Party holds 24 seats in the House of Commons.
Principles & Values: The New Democratic Party of Canada advocates for social justice, equity, and workers’ rights. Committed to universal healthcare, climate action, affordable housing, and Indigenous reconciliation, the NDP champions progressive change. Rooted in democratic socialism, it strives to build a fairer, more inclusive Canada that puts people before profits.
Leader: Yves-François Blanchet
Website: https://www.blocquebecois.org/
Current Seats: As of April 1, 2025, the Bloc Québécois holds 33 seats in the House of Commons.
Principles & Values:
The Bloc Québécois is founded on the belief in Quebec’s right to self-determination; the protection of its language, culture, and values; a deep commitment to gender equality and secular institutions; the defence of the National Assembly’s consensus; and the promotion of a sustainable, inclusive, and proudly Quebecois vision for the future.
Leader: Elizabeth May and Jonathan Pedneault (Co-Leaders)
Website: https://www.greenparty.ca/
Current Seats: As of April 1, 2025, the Green Party holds 2 seats in the House of Commons.
Principles & Values:
The Green Party of Canada is founded on the vision of a just, sustainable future through bold, transformative action. Core principles include urgent climate leadership; expanded universal health care; Indigenous reconciliation; affordable housing; fair taxation; and a green economy that creates good jobs.
Here are the top five candidates expected to run for Prime Minister in the upcoming Canadian federal election:
Party: Conservative Party
Riding: Carleton (2004–present)
Bio: Pierre Poilievre is a lifelong Conservative and a principled advocate for free markets, limited government, and personal responsibility. First elected in 2004, he has served as Carleton’s MP through seven consecutive elections and held senior cabinet roles under Stephen Harper. A fierce critic of deficit spending and inflation, Poilievre champions economic freedom, individual rights, and transparent governance. Raised in Calgary and now living in Greely, Ontario with his wife and children, he remains a committed voice for Canadian families.
Party: Liberal Party
Riding: Not currently an MP [Candidate for the Nepean Riding]
Bio: Mark Carney was born in Fort Smith, NWT, and raised in Edmonton, Alberta. A former Governor of both the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, he helped guide Canada through the 2008 financial crisis and the UK through Brexit. With roots in public service and global finance, he now serves as the UN Special Envoy on Climate Action and Finance. Carney brings a record of steady leadership, committed to building a strong, secure, and sustainable economy for all Canadians.
Party: New Democratic Party
Riding: Burnaby South (2019–present)
Bio: Jagmeet Singh is a lawyer, human rights activist, and leader of the New Democratic Party. Raised in Scarborough, St. John’s, and Windsor, he served as an Ontario MPP from 2011 to 2017 before becoming federal NDP leader. A passionate advocate for justice and equality, Jagmeet champions accessible health care, climate action, and workers’ rights. He represents Burnaby South in Parliament and lives in British Columbia with his wife Gurkiran and their two daughters. Singh remains dedicated to building a Canada where everyone can thrive.
Party: Bloc Québécois
Riding: Beloeil—Chambly (2019–present)
Bio: Yves-François Blanchet is leader of the Bloc Québécois and MP for Beloeil—Chambly. With a background in history and anthropology, he entered politics in 1987 and served in Quebec’s National Assembly, including as Minister of Environment. Since becoming Bloc leader in 2019, he has championed Quebec’s interests and sovereignty with a pragmatic, pro-Quebec vision. A strong orator and environmentalist, Blanchet advocates for French language rights, secular institutions, cultural protection, and policies that align ecological transition with economic growth.
Party: Green Party of Canada
Riding: Saanich—Gulf Islands (2011–present)
Bio: Elizabeth May is Co-Leader of the Green Party of Canada and MP for Saanich—Gulf Islands. A lifelong environmentalist and former Executive Director of Sierra Club Canada, she became the first Green MP elected to Parliament in 2011. A Dalhousie-trained lawyer, May has served as a policy advisor and led landmark environmental efforts, including the Montreal Protocol. Known for her principled leadership and tireless advocacy, she continues to champion ecological protection, democratic reform, and Indigenous reconciliation across Canada.