Canadians vote in election shadowed by Trump’s annexation threats and sweeping tariffs

Mr. Trump’s threat to annex Canada and his sweeping tariffs, which undermine the country’s economy, have dominated the campaign and influenced voters’ choices. Additionally, domestic issues such as affordability, immigration, jobs and crime remain significant factors.

According to Elections Canada, a record number of estimated 7.3 million Canadians cast their votes in advance voting, a 25% increase compared to the 2021 elections.

On Monday, a diverse group of voters gathered inside a school gym in Milton City, Ontario to cast their ballots. While they were divided on who would be best to deal with Mr. Trump, they all agreed that Canada’s sovereignty, tariffs and affordability were the main issues they considered while casting their vote.

“Trump’s decisions are affecting not just Canada but the rest of the world,” a couple who voted for the Liberals told CBS News outside a polling station. “The tariffs affected the market; it affected prices of all goods, food, anything.”