Ontario Premier Doug Ford is planning to call a snap election as early as next week, citing the 'unprecedented threat' of a potential trade war with the United States. The PCs are holding a 'super caucus meeting' on Saturday to prepare for a possible campaign.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Ontario Premier Doug Ford leave after speaking with reporters about first ministers meeting in Ottawa on Jan. 15, 2025.The Ontario Progressive Conservative Party has invited MPPs, candidates and campaign managers to a full-day meeting to talk strategy ahead of what’s expected to be a snap election call from Premier Doug Ford as early as next week.
“This meeting will provide you with the tools, training and resources needed for a winning election campaign and position our party for success,” it says. Asked if he was calling one, Mr. Ford told reporters: “Stay tuned. But we need a mandate from the people.” After walking away from the cameras, he added: “Off the record, you guys, your bosses are going to love it. There’s maybe tons of advertising and you get to keep your job for another year or two.”
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