Canada's election day has come and gone, and we’re all wondering the same question: what’s next?
In his victory speech on Tuesday morning, Prime Minister Mark Carney—Canada’s 24th prime minister—pledged to push back against the U.S., accusing it of attempting to "break" Canada.
Liberal leader Mark Carney will not need to be sworn in again as prime minister; he will simply continue in his role, along with the current Cabinet ministers.
If Mark Carney opts to reshuffle his Cabinet, those changes would involve a formal ceremony with the governor general. Until then, the existing ministers will remain in place.
When Parliament resumes following the election, members will be sworn in and a Speaker will be chosen.
A speech from the Throne will then open the new session, outlining the government’s agenda and priorities.
How could the Canadian election results affect Canadians?
The tariffs and trade war present a distinct set of challenges—but they also reveal deep-rooted vulnerabilities that have been developing in Canada’s economy for years.
Carney told Liberal supporters that the moment has come to create new trade and energy corridors in collaboration with provinces, territories, and Indigenous Peoples.
He emphasized the need to generate not only hundreds of thousands of quality jobs, but lasting careers in skilled trades—and to position Canada as a global energy leader in both clean and traditional sectors.
Carney also stated on Tuesday: "We will need to do things previously thought impossible at speeds we haven't seen in generations."
How could U.S. tariffs affect Canada?
Carney’s campaign centred on a pledge to grow the economy while reducing dependence on the U.S. and protecting Canada from the potentially devastating effects of Donald Trump’s tariffs.
Tariffs on goods imported from Canada would likely affect domestic economic growth.
Canadian exports to the U.S. represent roughly 20% of domestic GDP.
How will the Trump administration's new tariffs affect your travel plans?
If Canada and Mexico are on your list, here are some things to know, including this Canadian's first-person account of what it's actually like to cross the border.
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