Mark Carney has won the Canadian federal election, leading the Liberals to form a minority government amid economic concerns. His victory highlights a divided nation and challenges ahead.

In a notable political shift, Mark Carney has been elected as Canada's new Prime Minister, leading the Liberal Party to a narrow victory in the recent federal election.

The election, marked by issues like affordability and threats from U.S. President Donald Trump, saw the Liberals win or lead in 168 out of 343 ridings, while the Conservative Party, led by Pierre Poilievre, secured 144 seats and remains in opposition.

In his victory speech, Carney promised to govern for all Canadians, highlighting values of humility, ambition, and unity. He reiterated his commitment to making significant changes grounded in strong Canadian values. This victory continues the Liberal Party's decade-long governance, which began with Justin Trudeau's win in 2015. Carney's win poses challenges for Poilievre, who lost his Ottawa-area riding to Liberal candidate Bruce Fanjoy, raising questions about his leadership future.

The New Democratic Party (NDP) and Bloc Québécois faced significant losses, suggesting a shift in the parliamentary balance. Carney, a former governor of the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, positioned himself as a candidate capable of addressing affordability and countering U.S. threats, stating, “America wants our land… and such threats will not be tolerated.”

The election results reveal a divided Canada, with Conservatives gaining in rural areas, while urban centers leaned Liberal. As Carney leads a minority government, he faces the challenge of uniting a divided electorate and addressing pressing national issues amid external pressures.

Source: Canada.ca