<p>Canada’s leader of opposition from the Conservative party is facing criticism from the country’s Hindu community over his decision to withdraw from a Diwali event. Pierre Poilievre reportedly cancelled his participation in the event in the wake of Canada’s diplomatic row with India over the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.</p>

<p>Blasting Poilievre in a letter, the Overseas Friends of India Canada (OFIC) said he and other Conservative leaders abandoned the Diwali event that had been marked for the last 23 years. OFIC President Shiv Bhasker said the opposition leader even failed to provide any explanation for the same.</p>

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<p>"The sudden withdrawal of politicians from this event, prompted by the current diplomatic situation between Canada and India, has left us feeling betrayed and unjustly singled out," the letter by the OFIC said.</p>

<p>"The letter represents the collective voice of the Indo-Canadian community, especially Hindu Canadians of 850,000 strong, a community that is educated, prosperous, law-abiding, and family-oriented," the letter added.</p>

<p>The group said Poilievre’s move exposed how politicians in Canada saw Hindus as ‘outsiders’, ironic in a country that prides itself for multiculturalism.</p>

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<p>"This is not just about a cancelled Diwali event or an event where the politicians renege on their commitment to attend; it is about a much deeper and insidious problem. Racism and discrimination are thriving in Canada, and this latest development has laid bare the systemic biases that still exist,” Bhasker stressed.</p>

<p>Now, the group has warned the Conservative Party of potential repercussions in the upcoming polls.</p>

<p>"Remember, we will remember our friends at the time of exercising our franchise," it said.</p>

<p>The polls are due in Canada next year, and Poilievre’s Conservative Party is expected to win.</p>

<p>"It's going to cost you a lot! You kicked the opportunity of yourself being PM of Canada," an X user warned the opposition leader.</p>

<p>Even local Canadians deplored Poilievre’s move.</p>

<p>Canadian journalist Daniel Bordman said it was "absolutely disgraceful" that the Conservative leader chose not to attend the event.</p>

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Canada’s leader of opposition from the Conservative party is facing criticism from the country’s Hindu community over his decision to withdraw from a Diwali event.

Canada’s leader of opposition from the Conservative party is facing criticism from the country’s Hindu community over his decision to withdraw from a Diwali event. Pierre Poilievre reportedly cancelled his participation in the event in the wake of Canada’s diplomatic row with India over the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Blasting Poilievre in a letter, the Overseas Friends of India Canada (OFIC) said he and other Conservative leaders abandoned the Diwali event that had been marked for the last 23 years. OFIC President Shiv Bhasker said the opposition leader even failed to provide any explanation for the same. Also read: Indian parents sending students to Canada, read envoy's warning on poor conditions, Khalistan terror link "The sudden withdrawal of politicians from this event, prompted by the current diplomatic situation between Canada and India, has left us feeling betrayed and unjustly singled out," the letter by the OFIC said. "The letter represents the collective voice of the Indo-Canadian community, especially Hindu Canadians of 850,000 strong, a community that is educated, prosperous, law-abiding, and family-oriented," the letter added. The group said Poilievre’s move exposed how politicians in Canada saw Hindus as ‘outsiders’, ironic in a country that prides itself for multiculturalism. Also read: How Canada’s restrictions on Indian students may lead to billion-dollar losses to its economy "This is not just about a cancelled Diwali event or an event where the politicians renege on their commitment to attend; it is about a much deeper and insidious problem. Racism and discrimination are thriving in Canada, and this latest development has laid bare the systemic biases that still exist,” Bhasker stressed. Now, the group has warned the Conservative Party of potential repercussions in the upcoming polls. "Remember, we will remember our friends at the time of exercising our franchise," it said. The polls are due in Canada next year, and Poilievre’s Conservative Party is expected to win. "It's going to cost you a lot! You kicked the opportunity of yourself being PM of Canada," an X user warned the opposition leader. Even local Canadians deplored Poilievre’s move. Canadian journalist Daniel Bordman said it was "absolutely disgraceful" that the Conservative leader chose not to attend the event. (With inputs from agencies)

‘It’ll cost you a lot’: Massive uproar as Canadian opposition leader snubs Diwali event

<p>Tensions flared in the Canadian House of Commons as the leader of the opposition Conservatives Pierre Poilievre was asked to leave after he called Prime Minister Justin Trudeau a 'wacko'&nbsp;during a verbal assault regarding the PM's failure to address drug overdoses.</p>

<p>The verbal clash ensued amid concerns of the opposition regarding drug decriminalisation in&nbsp;British Columbia in January 2023 under a three-year pilot project.&nbsp;British Columbia has been urging Ottawa to reassess its pilot program.</p>

<p>This incident which took place in the Commons has once again spotlighted the strained relationship between the two ahead of the contentious elections in 2025. Poilievre's remark targeting Trudeau came as the opposition leader questioned him over the efficacy of the drug policies.&nbsp;"When will we put an end to this wacko policy by this wacko prime minister?" Poilievre asked the Canadian PM.&nbsp;“No, no,” the speaker said, adding, “That is not acceptable.”</p>

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<p>Speaker Greg Fergus repeatedly asked Poilievre to withdraw the comments, however Poilievre did not flinch, and even suggested he could use the word 'radical'. Fergus refused it and&nbsp;expelled the opposition leader from the chamber for the remainder of the day's session.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Heated exchange&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Poilievre termed the Canadian PM as “the guy who spent the first half of his adult life as a practising racist.” Trudeau also called Poilievre out for “showing us exactly what shameful, spineless leadership looks like."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Poilievre's subsequent social media post reiterated his criticism of Trudeau's drug policy.&nbsp;"This is a wacko policy from a wacko PM that's destroying lives," he wrote on X social media platform.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"The radical Trudeau plan for public use of hard drugs has brought death &amp; destruction to our streets. Trudeau could end the chaos today, but he's refusing to," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Reacting to the comments, Liberal parliamentarian Steven MacKinnon condemned Poilievre's actions. He denounced the comments made by him as disrespectful to parliamentary institutions.</p>

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Tensions flared in the Canadian House of Commons as the leader of the opposition Conservatives Pierre Poilievre was asked to leave after he called Prime Minister Justin Trudeau a 'wacko' during a verbal assault regarding the PM's failure to address drug overdoses.

Tensions flared in the Canadian House of Commons as the leader of the opposition Conservatives Pierre Poilievre was asked to leave after he called Prime Minister Justin Trudeau a 'wacko' during a verbal assault regarding the PM's failure to address drug overdoses. The verbal clash ensued amid concerns of the opposition regarding drug decriminalisation in British Columbia in January 2023 under a three-year pilot project. British Columbia has been urging Ottawa to reassess its pilot program. This incident which took place in the Commons has once again spotlighted the strained relationship between the two ahead of the contentious elections in 2025. Poilievre's remark targeting Trudeau came as the opposition leader questioned him over the efficacy of the drug policies. "When will we put an end to this wacko policy by this wacko prime minister?" Poilievre asked the Canadian PM. “No, no,” the speaker said, adding, “That is not acceptable.” Also Read | Binance crypto former chief gets four months in prison after pleading guilty to money laundering Speaker Greg Fergus repeatedly asked Poilievre to withdraw the comments, however Poilievre did not flinch, and even suggested he could use the word 'radical'. Fergus refused it and expelled the opposition leader from the chamber for the remainder of the day's session. Heated exchange Poilievre termed the Canadian PM as “the guy who spent the first half of his adult life as a practising racist.” Trudeau also called Poilievre out for “showing us exactly what shameful, spineless leadership looks like." Poilievre's subsequent social media post reiterated his criticism of Trudeau's drug policy. "This is a wacko policy from a wacko PM that's destroying lives," he wrote on X social media platform. Also Read | UK sends first voluntary asylum seeker to Rwanda amid anti-migration agenda "The radical Trudeau plan for public use of hard drugs has brought death & destruction to our streets. Trudeau could end the chaos today, but he's refusing to," he added. Watch | China-Russia trade deal paves way for BRICS De-Dollarization × Reacting to the comments, Liberal parliamentarian Steven MacKinnon condemned Poilievre's actions. He denounced the comments made by him as disrespectful to parliamentary institutions. (With inputs from agencies)

After calling Trudeau 'Wacko', oppn leader expelled from Canadian House of Commons

<p>Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Liberal Party would be in for a great electoral shock if polls were held today in the country, a survey has showed.&nbsp; According to the report, several Indo-Canadian Members of Parliament (MPs), including one cabinet minister, would lose their seat, reflecting a nationwide trend of Canadian voters now increasingly backing the Conservatives.</p>

<p>The survey was televised on Thursday (Feb 8) by news outlet Y Media, based on data from Toronto-headquartered polling firm Mainstreet Research.</p>

<p>The survey focused on the Peel Region, where people showed a record 42.3 per cent support for the Conservatives, against just 36.4 per cent support for the Liberals.</p>

<p>Peel, (also formerly Peel County) is a regional municipality in the Greater Toronto Area, Southern Ontario. It consists of three municipalities to the west and northwest of the city of Toronto: the cities of Mississauga and Brampton, and the town of Caledon.</p>

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<p>Peel largely represents the mood of the country and is considered a crucial region for any party aspiring to form government in Ottawa. The region has been traditionally dominated by Liberals, with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s party witnessing landslide support here in the last three Federal elections—in 2015, 2019 and 2021.</p>

<h2><strong>Trend favours Conservatives</strong></h2>

<p>According to Y Media editor-in-chief Yudhvir Jaswal, “If the elections were held today, most of the Liberals MPs could lose their seats.”</p>

<p>Quito Maggi, president and CEO of Mainstreet Research said, “People have made up their minds.” He added these numbers “should be concerning numbers for the Liberals and incumbent candidates.”</p>

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<p>The poll also revealed that Cabinet Minister Kamal Khera, who handles the Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities portfolio, could also witness a loss in the coming elections with just 29.2 per cent support in his Brampton West seat.</p>

<h2><strong>The nationwide trend</strong></h2>

<p>According to 338 Canada, a tracking website, the Conservatives would easily bag 199 seats in general elections if held today, way above the majority mark of 170. The Liberals, meanwhile, would have to settle at 74.</p>

<p>A February 6 poll from the agency Nanos showed that the Conservatives enjoy 40 per cent support versus only 24.7 per cent for the Liberals. Pierre Poilievre, the leader of the Conservative flank, is preferred by 35 per cent for the post of Prime Minister with only 21 per cent wanting Trudeau in that position.</p>

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Liberal Party would be in for a great electoral shock if polls were held today in the country, a survey has showed. According to the report, several Indo-Canadian Members of Parliament (MPs), including one cabinet minister, would lose their seat, reflecting a nationwide trend of Canadian voters now increasingly backing the Conservatives.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Liberal Party would be in for a great electoral shock if polls were held today in the country, a survey has showed. According to the report, several Indo-Canadian Members of Parliament (MPs), including one cabinet minister, would lose their seat, reflecting a nationwide trend of Canadian voters now increasingly backing the Conservatives. The survey was televised on Thursday (Feb 8) by news outlet Y Media, based on data from Toronto-headquartered polling firm Mainstreet Research. The survey focused on the Peel Region, where people showed a record 42.3 per cent support for the Conservatives, against just 36.4 per cent support for the Liberals. Peel, (also formerly Peel County) is a regional municipality in the Greater Toronto Area, Southern Ontario. It consists of three municipalities to the west and northwest of the city of Toronto: the cities of Mississauga and Brampton, and the town of Caledon. Watch: Nijjar killing: India refuses to aid Canada in probe till evidence is shared × Peel largely represents the mood of the country and is considered a crucial region for any party aspiring to form government in Ottawa. The region has been traditionally dominated by Liberals, with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s party witnessing landslide support here in the last three Federal elections—in 2015, 2019 and 2021. Trend favours Conservatives According to Y Media editor-in-chief Yudhvir Jaswal, “If the elections were held today, most of the Liberals MPs could lose their seats.” Quito Maggi, president and CEO of Mainstreet Research said, “People have made up their minds.” He added these numbers “should be concerning numbers for the Liberals and incumbent candidates.” Also read: MEA dismisses Canada`s election interference accusations, says it`s meddling in India`s internal affairs The poll also revealed that Cabinet Minister Kamal Khera, who handles the Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities portfolio, could also witness a loss in the coming elections with just 29.2 per cent support in his Brampton West seat. The nationwide trend According to 338 Canada, a tracking website, the Conservatives would easily bag 199 seats in general elections if held today, way above the majority mark of 170. The Liberals, meanwhile, would have to settle at 74. A February 6 poll from the agency Nanos showed that the Conservatives enjoy 40 per cent support versus only 24.7 per cent for the Liberals. Pierre Poilievre, the leader of the Conservative flank, is preferred by 35 per cent for the post of Prime Minister with only 21 per cent wanting Trudeau in that position. (With inputs from agencies)

PM Trudeau’s party would lose big time to Conservatives if polls held today in Canada: Survey

<p>Canada’s opposition leader Pierre Poilievre has condemned hateful speech targeting the Hindu community in the North American country.</p>

<p>Poilievre took to X on Saturday to acknowledge the “invaluable contributions" the Hindu community has made to every part of Canada.</p>

<p>“In recent days, we have seen hateful comments targeting Hindus in Canada. Conservatives condemn these comments against our Hindu neighbours and friends,” Poilievre posted on X.</p>

<p>“Hindus have made invaluable contributions to every part of our country and will always be welcome here,” he wrote, adding “Every Canadian deserves to live without fear and feel welcomed in their community.”</p>

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<p>His remarks came after Sikh extremist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, the chief of the pro-Khalistan outfit Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), issued threats to Canada’s Hindu community and asked them to leave the country.</p>

<h2><strong>India-Canada tensions</strong></h2>

<p>Pierre Poilievre's tweet comes at a time of heightened tension in India-Canada relations. This tension arose after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused the Indian government of being involved in the fatal shooting of Hardeep Singh Nijjar on Monday. Nijjar, designated as a terrorist in India, was killed in Surrey, Canada, on June 18.</p>

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<p>India has firmly rejected Trudeau's allegations, dismissing them as "absurd and politically motivated." On Wednesday (Sept 20), the Ministry of External Affairs advised Indian nationals, especially students, and travellers heading to Canada to exercise caution. In response to Canada's expulsion of a senior Indian diplomat, India also expelled a senior Canadian diplomat on Tuesday.</p>

<h2><strong>Opposition questions Trudeau</strong></h2>

<p>In the midst of these developments, Pierre Poilievre has called on Trudeau to provide all the necessary facts before passing judgment.</p>

<p>In a media address on Tuesday, Poilievre said, "I think the prime minister needs to come clean with all the facts. We need to know all the evidence possible so that Canadians can make judgments on that.”</p>

<p>Poilievre's remarks came in response to a media query that asked what more should be done as an Indian diplomat was expelled by Canada.</p>

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<p>"The prime minister hasn't provided any facts. He provided a statement. And I will just emphasise that he didn't tell me any more in private than he told Canadians in public. So we want to see more information," Poilievre said.</p>

<p>He stated that the allegations could be found untrue if more information is not provided.</p>

<p>"We need to have the evidence that drew that allowed the prime minister to come to the conclusions he made yesterday," he said.</p>

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Canada’s opposition leader Pierre Poilievre has condemned hateful speech targeting the Hindu community in the North American country. Poilievre took to X on Saturday to acknowledge the “invaluable contributions" the Hindu community has made to every part of Canada.

Canada’s opposition leader Pierre Poilievre has condemned hateful speech targeting the Hindu community in the North American country. Poilievre took to X on Saturday to acknowledge the “invaluable contributions" the Hindu community has made to every part of Canada. “In recent days, we have seen hateful comments targeting Hindus in Canada. Conservatives condemn these comments against our Hindu neighbours and friends,” Poilievre posted on X. “Hindus have made invaluable contributions to every part of our country and will always be welcome here,” he wrote, adding “Every Canadian deserves to live without fear and feel welcomed in their community.” Every Canadian deserves to live without fear and feel welcomed in their community. In recent days, we have seen hateful comments targeting Hindus in Canada. Conservatives condemn these comments against our Hindu neighbours and friends. Hindus have made invaluable contributions… — Pierre Poilievre (@PierrePoilievre) September 22, 2023 × His remarks came after Sikh extremist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, the chief of the pro-Khalistan outfit Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), issued threats to Canada’s Hindu community and asked them to leave the country. India-Canada tensions Pierre Poilievre's tweet comes at a time of heightened tension in India-Canada relations. This tension arose after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused the Indian government of being involved in the fatal shooting of Hardeep Singh Nijjar on Monday. Nijjar, designated as a terrorist in India, was killed in Surrey, Canada, on June 18. Watch: Canada: Conservative rival outperforms Trudeau in latest poll × India has firmly rejected Trudeau's allegations, dismissing them as "absurd and politically motivated." On Wednesday (Sept 20), the Ministry of External Affairs advised Indian nationals, especially students, and travellers heading to Canada to exercise caution. In response to Canada's expulsion of a senior Indian diplomat, India also expelled a senior Canadian diplomat on Tuesday. Opposition questions Trudeau In the midst of these developments, Pierre Poilievre has called on Trudeau to provide all the necessary facts before passing judgment. In a media address on Tuesday, Poilievre said, "I think the prime minister needs to come clean with all the facts. We need to know all the evidence possible so that Canadians can make judgments on that.” Poilievre's remarks came in response to a media query that asked what more should be done as an Indian diplomat was expelled by Canada. Also read: New poll shows most Canadians want Trudeau to go, prefer Poilievre as PM "The prime minister hasn't provided any facts. He provided a statement. And I will just emphasise that he didn't tell me any more in private than he told Canadians in public. So we want to see more information," Poilievre said. He stated that the allegations could be found untrue if more information is not provided. "We need to have the evidence that drew that allowed the prime minister to come to the conclusions he made yesterday," he said. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Trudeau’s conservative rival Poilievre supports Hindus amidst threats from Khalistanis

<p>Amid escalating tensions between the government of&nbsp;Justin Trudeau and India, a new Ipsos poll has revealed that the majority of Canadians now want the Canadian prime minister&nbsp;to step down.</p>

<p>The survey revealed that only 31 per cent of Canadians now prefer him as their leader, while 40 per cent threw their weight behind the conservative heavyweight Pierre Poilievre.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Controversial leader Jagmeet Singh stood in third place, with 22 per cent support. His popularity has dipped by four points since September of last year.</p>

<p>Ipsos CEO Darrell Bricker said this gap shows the Conservatives could form a majority government if an election was held today.</p>

<p>“When you take a look at why Canadians are feeling the way they are right now, [there’s] real dissatisfaction with the direction of the country. Particularly when it concerns the big issues that are on their personal agendas,” Bricker said, citing the cost of living, access to housing and inflation.</p>

<h2><strong>Change in Liberal Party</strong></h2>

<p>While Justin Trudeau maintains that he will lead his Liberal Party in the next elections as well, a whopping 60 per cent of Canadians believe he should think otherwise.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This number is up from 54 per cent registered in December last year.</p>

<h2><strong>Trudeau vs Poilievre on regional level</strong></h2>

<p>On the provincial level, Poilievre's popularity surpasses all others, except for Quebec.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The poll reveals that Poilievre has taken the lead as the preferred prime minister in Ontario, with 42 per cent support, compared to Trudeau's 38 per cent.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;India-Canada diplomatic row escalates: Wanted in India, living in Canada</strong></p>

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<p>As for cities, Bricker suggests that the suburbs will be the key battleground in the upcoming election.</p>

<p>“Downtowns, no they’re pretty much a dead zone for the Conservative Party in most parts of the country,” Bricker said.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-canada-row-live-pm-justin-trudeau-dodges-questions-regarding-charges-against-india-638231"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;India-Canada row: Justin Trudeau urges India to allow justice to follow its course over Nijjar`s killing</strong></a></p>

<p>“But the suburbs, they’re competitive in. Particularly in the car-commuting suburbs around the city of Toronto and other big cities where we’ve seen the most population growth and the parts of the country that are seeing more seats as we go through redistribution,” he added.</p>

<p>In Atlantic Canada, Poilievre currently holds a significant 20-point lead over Trudeau, with 48 per cent of respondents believing Poilievre would make the best prime minister.</p>

<p>While the Conservatives have the potential to secure a majority government with such high popularity, Bricker notes that the relatively close support levels in Ontario could result in a narrow margin for such a government.</p>

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Amid escalating tensions between the government of Justin Trudeau and India, a new Ipsos poll has revealed that the majority of Canadians now want the Canadian prime minister to step down.

Amid escalating tensions between the government of Justin Trudeau and India, a new Ipsos poll has revealed that the majority of Canadians now want the Canadian prime minister to step down. The survey revealed that only 31 per cent of Canadians now prefer him as their leader, while 40 per cent threw their weight behind the conservative heavyweight Pierre Poilievre. Controversial leader Jagmeet Singh stood in third place, with 22 per cent support. His popularity has dipped by four points since September of last year. Ipsos CEO Darrell Bricker said this gap shows the Conservatives could form a majority government if an election was held today. “When you take a look at why Canadians are feeling the way they are right now, [there’s] real dissatisfaction with the direction of the country. Particularly when it concerns the big issues that are on their personal agendas,” Bricker said, citing the cost of living, access to housing and inflation. Change in Liberal Party While Justin Trudeau maintains that he will lead his Liberal Party in the next elections as well, a whopping 60 per cent of Canadians believe he should think otherwise. This number is up from 54 per cent registered in December last year. Trudeau vs Poilievre on regional level On the provincial level, Poilievre's popularity surpasses all others, except for Quebec. The poll reveals that Poilievre has taken the lead as the preferred prime minister in Ontario, with 42 per cent support, compared to Trudeau's 38 per cent. Watch: India-Canada diplomatic row escalates: Wanted in India, living in Canada × As for cities, Bricker suggests that the suburbs will be the key battleground in the upcoming election. “Downtowns, no they’re pretty much a dead zone for the Conservative Party in most parts of the country,” Bricker said. Also read: India-Canada row: Justin Trudeau urges India to allow justice to follow its course over Nijjar`s killing “But the suburbs, they’re competitive in. Particularly in the car-commuting suburbs around the city of Toronto and other big cities where we’ve seen the most population growth and the parts of the country that are seeing more seats as we go through redistribution,” he added. In Atlantic Canada, Poilievre currently holds a significant 20-point lead over Trudeau, with 48 per cent of respondents believing Poilievre would make the best prime minister. While the Conservatives have the potential to secure a majority government with such high popularity, Bricker notes that the relatively close support levels in Ontario could result in a narrow margin for such a government. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

New poll shows most Canadians want Trudeau to go, prefer Poilievre as PM