Ontario’s provincial election on Thursday has been dominated by international relations due to threats from President Trump against Canada. Premier Doug Ford, leader of the Progressive Conservative Party, has made standing up to Trump a central issue in the campaign, vowing that Canada will never be the 51st state and is not for sale. With the looming threat of tariffs that could devastate Ontario’s economy, Ford has positioned himself as the best candidate to take on Trump.
Ford’s key opponents, Bonnie Crombie of the Liberal Party and Marit Stiles of the New Democratic Party, have focused their campaigns on issues like health care, education, and housing. However, the discussion of tariffs and their potential impact on Ontario’s economy has been front and center in the race.
While Ford has been criticized for calling an early election to secure a mandate to fight the tariffs, the results will likely hinge on which candidate voters believe can best protect Ontario’s economy and jobs in the face of Trump’s threats. The outcome of the election could have significant implications for the province’s future, particularly in key industries like automotive and manufacturing.
Polls open at 9 a.m. and close at 9 p.m. on Thursday, with results expected to be posted on the Elections Ontario website shortly after polls close. The election will determine the direction Ontario takes in responding to the ongoing challenges posed by President Trump’s trade policies.
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