Federal Election

2025 Federal Election

On March 23, 2025, Prime Minister Mark Carney presented Governor General Mary Simon with an instrument of advice recommending the dissolution of Parliament, which she approved. An election has now been called.

The election will be held on April 28, 2025, the 37^th day of the election period. Canadians may expect at least five weeks of campaigning, with federal party leaders crisscrossing the country and promoting themselves, their candidates, and their platforms.

Voting Basics (As shown on Elections Canada)

Parties’ Websites

Platform Comparisons

CBC News: “Compare the election promises of Canada’s major parties”

Richmond Ridings, Maps & Voting Information

Forthcoming Information for Richmond

Candidates
- Richmond Centre – Marpole (Forthcoming)
- Richmond East – Steveston (Forthcoming)
Incumbents
- Richmond Centre – Marpole
- Richmond East – Steveston

Election Resources

“How do Canadian Elections Work?”

Is your future voter interested in learning about the Canadian electoral process? CBC Kids News offers a simple and accessible explanation.

Democratic Engagement Exchange

New to the voting process? Don’t panic! Find useful resources at Toronto Metropolitan University’s Democratic Engagement Exchange website.

PressReader

Keep yourself informed about the latest election updates with PressReader – free with your RPL membership! Click here to view a step-by-step tutorial on how to create your account.