Elections Canada pauses vote counting with majority still in question
- Elections Canada paused vote counting on April 29, 2025, with the Liberals leading in 168 seats, four short of a majority, and further results pending due to uncounted votes that could influence a dozen ridings.
- Bruce Fanjoy declared victory over Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, who confirmed he would remain as Conservative leader despite the defeat.
- NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh announced his resignation after losing his seat, amid concerns for the party's official status.
- Mark Carney pledged to unite Canada during his victory speech, emphasizing cooperation among citizens in facing tensions with the United States.
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Elections Canada Resumes Vote Counting With Majority Still in Question
The shape of the next Liberal government is becoming clearer as ballot counting continues after a historic election day in Canada. Canadians still won’t know until later Tuesday whether Mark Carney’s Liberals have won a majority or minority mandate from voters. Elections Canada decided early Tuesday morning to pause the marathon counting of special ballots with a handful of ridings still too close to call. One of those outstanding seats was the …
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