.@ubcMPPGA Professor Allan Tupper speaks on how B.C.'s changing economy could decide Canada’s next government in one of the closest federal votes in history. Read more from the @globeandmail: https://t.co/IxxMce6Yh6 #cdnpoli #Canada #elxn43 pic.twitter.com/KB4ZMsENh8
— UBC SPPGA (@ubcSPPGA) October 21, 2019
.@UBCDemocracy Acting Director @GeraldBaier is quoted in a @Reuters article on possible federal election outcomes and what that would mean for the winning party. Read more: https://t.co/eaSiEQLFk8 #cdnpoli #elxn43 #CanadaElections pic.twitter.com/4FGUsh75tj
— UBC SPPGA (@ubcSPPGA) October 21, 2019
.@UBCDemocracy Acting Director @GeraldBaier comments on challenges and opportunities for Jody Wilson-Raybould's election campaign. Follow the story with @nationalpost: https://t.co/4rAKF2Bk8i #cdnpoli pic.twitter.com/mbdAaQnC7z
— UBC SPPGA (@ubcSPPGA) October 21, 2019
Polls suggest that Canada is headed towards a minority government in this election. SPPGA Acting Director @MaxwellACameron explains why #JustinTrudeau will still be the Prime Minister, even if the Liberals don’t win a minority. More @NEWS1130: https://t.co/S0crIqLkXj #elxn43 pic.twitter.com/Lz9ieLnzZE
— UBC SPPGA (@ubcSPPGA) October 18, 2019
As a voter, are you aware of the important issues in Canada's 2019 federal election? Six @UBCPoliSci
students have created a set of resources to help voters get informed! Learn more: https://t.co/9yEZK5EEqg pic.twitter.com/1hXBb19Oiw— UBCDemocracy (@UBCDemocracy) October 17, 2019
.@UBCPoliSci Prof. Gerald Baier says #elxn43 result means Trans Mountain pipeline will likely go ahead, with shovels in the ground over the next four years.
— UBC Media Relations (@ubcnews) October 22, 2019
The election may be over, but where your local candidates stand on the environment and climate change still matters greatly!
Catch up on our 100 Debates on the Environment with candidates for Vancouver Centre here: https://t.co/QT0weacUu5 #Elxn43 #CdnPoli #100Debates pic.twitter.com/0ad5A0MXWF
— SFU Public Square (@SFUPublicSquare) October 22, 2019
Jody Wilson-Raybould is seeking re-election in the upcoming federal election. Grace Lore comments on Wilson-Raybould's chances at being re-elected in a nationally syndicated article from CityNews. https://t.co/XPcqTZbns6
— UVic PoliSci (@uvicpoli) October 15, 2019
#uvic experts available to talk about #canadaelection2019 @uvicpoli https://t.co/3GjEIig5Fo
— UVic Social Sciences (@UVicSocialSci) September 18, 2019
"…there's no clear reason why they should be exempt from the rules others have to follow." #UVic prof & privacy expert @ColinBennett0 explains how political parties have a tenuous relationship w/ voter privacy to @CBCNews ahead of #elxn43 @UVicSocialSci https://t.co/XZa47sSI1E
— UVic News (@uvicnews) October 9, 2019
'Havoc and chaos:' Alberta separatist group gains support as Liberals re-elected https://t.co/2AoOTMk7jC
— Policy School (@policy_school) October 23, 2019
Alberta households relying on social assistance has nearly doubled since 2007 and is now at a very close level to that observed in Ontario @RonKneebone https://t.co/TdG8gr9ZRc #cdnpoli #abpoli pic.twitter.com/ub8gBepEaA
— Policy School (@policy_school) October 16, 2019
Very cool that @2closetocall to call puts his entire seat projection spreadsheet up for download. Neat to see under the hood! https://t.co/ogqi9rLBTj
— Trevor Tombe (@trevortombe) October 21, 2019
After a @policy_school report, senate report and disability advisory committee report, political leadership is needed to advance recommendations on disability tax credit reform. It’s more than just a tax credit to Canadians with disabilities and families https://t.co/IvwzFDgFL7
— Jen Zwicker (@jdzwicker) October 18, 2019
The U of M welcomes the opportunity to continue working with @JustinTrudeau's government and local representatives @TerryDuguid and @jimcarr_wpg to move forward on shared priorities such as Arctic research, #ClimateChange, Reconciliation and human rights. https://t.co/WQu4kkTGIC
— University of Manitoba (@umanitoba) October 22, 2019
It's almost time for #elxn43. Neuroscientists including Dr. Lesley Fellows from The Neuro explain how preconceived biases filter the information we use to make decisions in this @globeandmail story. https://t.co/iR2fDYD09k #cdnpoli
— The Neuro (@TheNeuro_MNI) October 20, 2019
Fresh #meme research for #elxn43 by #Concordia's @mckelveyf and his #CUstudents. They've been looking at political memes during #Elexn43. Find out what they learned about strategic voting, #climatechange and how federal leaders fared in the #MemeWar of #Elections2019. https://t.co/g9FMNRY4oP
— Concordia University (@Concordia) October 21, 2019
If the Liberals expand oil and gas, how will Canada meet its emission reduction targets? Interesting insight from experts, including @AngelaVCarter. #UWaterloo @PSCIuWaterloo https://t.co/3CZN9FqI8L
— UWaterloo Arts (@uwaterlooARTS) October 22, 2019
Are cities being ignored in the federal election? @YorkULAPS Prof. Patricia Wood says large cities, like Toronto, drive national and provincial economies so the federal government should be involved. https://t.co/ZAAV50NAuL via @globeandmail #ElectionDay #opinion
— York University News (@YorkUnews) October 21, 2019
Why is #climatechange a top issue in #elxn43? Prof. Mark Winfield @environmentyork says it could determine "fracture lines" amongst parties https://t.co/Lrtm3uw0f5 via @CTVNews @kateygoalie
— York University News (@YorkUnews) October 21, 2019
.@YorkUHealth Prof. Mary Wiktorowicz weighs in on health care policy and the federal election on TVO's @TheAgenda with @spaikin https://t.co/nkq4Dskcd9 #elxn43
— York University News (@YorkUnews) October 19, 2019
Can federal party leaders make life more affordable for seniors? @YorkULAPS Prof. Thomas Klassen says their campaign promises wouldn't make or break a senior’s ability to afford housing. https://t.co/FR3USOymg3 via @MissiNewsRoom #cdnpoli
— York University News (@YorkUnews) October 16, 2019
Janet Mason in @TorontoStar on what the election outcome might mean for federal funding of affordable housing in Toronto https://t.co/54wkFCWw1Q
— Public Policy at Munk School (@PubPolicy_Munk) October 21, 2019
Listen: @PeejLoewen speaks to @RCInet about opinion polls during an election, and how most Canadians pay only a passing interest to them #elxn43https://t.co/GOXHh9NVRL
— Public Policy at Munk School (@PubPolicy_Munk) October 17, 2019
Munk School's @PeejLoewen describes in @globeandmail how voter turnout could differ from past federal elections – and determine results [paywall] #elxn43 https://t.co/NvFjAoUKa7
— Public Policy at Munk School (@PubPolicy_Munk) October 10, 2019
Munk School professor @BobRae48 comments on @CBCNews' Canada Votes 2019 as the results roll in for #elxn43. Watch live: https://t.co/pufqevYnTt pic.twitter.com/0EzcYYiXdZ
— Munk School (@munkschool) October 22, 2019
"It's stunning that this election campaign has not really dealt with foreign policy," says @SteinJanice. She spoke with CBC ahead of #elxn43 https://t.co/WFAQVDm7S2
— Munk School (@munkschool) October 21, 2019
According to Robert Bothwell, "Justin Trudeau is in real danger" leading up to #elxn43. Could Barack Obama's recent endorsement mean better odds for Trudeau's re-election? https://t.co/iR99u82GA7
— Munk School (@munkschool) October 19, 2019
Global justice seems to be far from the minds of #elxn43 candidates. @MarkKersten argues that it shouldn't be. https://t.co/t7s8fc5AJR
— Munk School (@munkschool) October 18, 2019
Drew Fagan discusses Barack Obama's "unusual" recent endorsement of Justin Trudeau. #elxn43 https://t.co/rpqG34uW0Y
— Munk School (@munkschool) October 17, 2019
Barack Obama has endorsed Justin Trudeau. @munkschool Professor Drew Fagan is available to discuss how high-level public support influences voters. DM @lmkrantz for any interview requests. (Image via Justin Trudeau/Twitter) #elxn43 #cdnpoli pic.twitter.com/iJLldhWXzl
— Munk School (@munkschool) October 16, 2019
They both took office amid high public enthusiasm, both charmed people across the globe, and both clashed with an unpredictable U.S. president. Now, like his father in the 1970s, Justin Trudeau is in trouble ahead of #elxn43. Robert Bothwell comments. https://t.co/DJqQdCWpCK
— Munk School (@munkschool) October 13, 2019
Misinformation about immigration is on the rise in Canada. @CraigDamian comments. https://t.co/bhADkZflvE
— Munk School (@munkschool) October 13, 2019
ICYMI: Andrew Scheer's immigration plan lacks vital details, says @CraigDamian. #elxn43 https://t.co/4hPsoG8bvy
— Munk School (@munkschool) October 12, 2019
Professor Drew Fagan on @AJEnglish: Canada election seen as referendum on PM Trudeau https://t.co/JX0B8WfwUX via @YouTube #elxn43
— Munk School (@munkschool) October 11, 2019
How important is immigration in #elxn43? @CraigDamian answers your questions on migration issues. https://t.co/LAWrIU7FA4
— Munk School (@munkschool) October 11, 2019
While some are disappointed that immigration issues didn't play a larger role in last night's federal leader's debate, @CraigDamian says it's good that they steered away from the topic. #elxn43 https://t.co/VpxQDKuuCI
— Munk School (@munkschool) October 8, 2019
Andrew Scheer's dual citizenship has prompted concern from some, but does it really matter? Phil Triadafilopoulos says no. https://t.co/es8O9VMHH0
— Munk School (@munkschool) October 7, 2019
Politicians for all parties are saying they will champion Canada's middle class, but to whom are they referring? What does it mean to be middle class? Sean Speer discussed on @TheAgenda. #elxn43 https://t.co/Zqg5ZGVYWW
— Munk School (@munkschool) October 3, 2019
Today marks the 70th anniversary of the People's Republic of China. But protests in Hong Kong and China's complicated relationship with Canada stand out amidst the celebrations. @onglynette comments. https://t.co/AhZcGath6x
— Munk School (@munkschool) October 1, 2019
As the polls close, BBC Canadian election coverage features @munkschool professor @SteinJanice with her thoughts on where the country is headed. #elxn43 #cdnpoli pic.twitter.com/dVrDRmVCEf
— Lani Krantz (@lmkrantz) October 22, 2019
Election night is over, but there are days and weeks of punditry to come. Will the nuances of Canada's political system get their due? @PhilippeLagasse #CdnPoli #Elxn43 https://t.co/Yj8BomPsll
— IRPP/Policy Options (@IRPP) October 22, 2019
"It would be foolish for federal parties and Canadians in other provinces to dismiss the power that economic anger can have in structuring election results." @MelaneeLThomas #CdnPoli #ABLeg #Elxn43 https://t.co/cSFu4cxn8U
— IRPP/Policy Options (@IRPP) October 22, 2019
A major part of #Elxn43 coverage was taken up by polling. Now that the election is over, it's worth considering whether the media treated polls as “easy copy.” @padams29 @JSchool_CU #CdnPoli #CdnMedia https://t.co/fnHD7iK7Pp
— IRPP/Policy Options (@IRPP) October 22, 2019
We need more and better research before putting body cameras on police in Canada, writes @erick_laming. @CrimLib #CdnPoli #OPP #CdnLaw https://t.co/HsHFznN894
— IRPP/Policy Options (@IRPP) October 22, 2019
Among voters outside the province, BC's role in federal politics isn't all that well understood. Reread @rgcjohnston3 for an overview of the electoral possibilities. #CdnPoli #BCPoli #Elxn43 https://t.co/g89SrNGQxr
— IRPP/Policy Options (@IRPP) October 21, 2019
Having trouble keeping up with #Elxn43? Our election 2019 page has commentary on all the issues, all in one place. Take a look: https://t.co/p3DTQ6CHEg #CdnPoli #CdnMedia #CdnEcon
— IRPP/Policy Options (@IRPP) October 16, 2019
As more Canadians express disappointment in the tone of this campaign, it's worth revisiting this piece by Jeremy Frimer on why political incivility backfires. #CdnPoli #Elxn43 https://t.co/GXKeSg6CiU
— IRPP/Policy Options (@IRPP) October 21, 2019
Today's the day! Check out our election 2019 page to get caught up on the issues of note before you vote. #CdnPoli #Elxn43 https://t.co/p3DTQ6CHEg
— IRPP/Policy Options (@IRPP) October 21, 2019
Efforts to meet Canada's GHG targets depend on us maintaining and strengthening our climate policies and gaining the full support of the provinces, says @carobrouillette. @equiterre #CdnPoli #CarbonPricing #Elxn43 https://t.co/qtlBfsPMnw
— IRPP/Policy Options (@IRPP) October 18, 2019
The mainstream understanding of pension reforms is that they're standalone changes to Canada’s retirement income system. But Bob Baldwin and Peter Hicks argue this ignores major demographic and employment shifts. #CdnPoli #CdnEcon https://t.co/9NLB1JQ3x0
— IRPP/Policy Options (@IRPP) October 18, 2019
"Infectious diseases know no boundaries, conflicts and climate change impact migration and economic prosperity. Canada cannot avoid the cost of dealing with these issues at home." @N_Moyer on the perils of cutting foreign aid. @CCCICCIC #CdnPoli #CdnFP https://t.co/oQTfYZDCof
— IRPP/Policy Options (@IRPP) October 18, 2019
"The more media Canadians consume, and the more partisan they are, the more likely to be misinformed they are." @taylor_owen shares the Digital Democracy Project's findings at Policy Options' latest event. @MaxBellSchool @ppforumca #CdnPoli #Elxn43 https://t.co/sFn7QB3shg
— IRPP/Policy Options (@IRPP) October 18, 2019
Canada’s system of government isn’t easy to understand. But it would be a bit easier if the media were committed to getting it right – at least on election night. @PhilippeLagasse @CU_NPSIA #CdnPoli #CdnMedia #Elxn43 https://t.co/Yj8BomPsll
— IRPP/Policy Options (@IRPP) August 28, 2019
This 2017 piece by @reicurran, on policymaking in the Conservative movement, is exceptionally relevant this morning.@IRPP @RiddellMPM #elxn43https://t.co/0np0V0iqCo
— Jennifer Ditchburn (@jenditchburn) October 22, 2019
Are federal minority governments effective? An interesting read given yesterday's election results. #elxn43 #cdnpoli @IRPP https://t.co/1zbKn6PZLV
— Ricardo Montrose (@JRicardoBM) October 22, 2019
Agreed: Parliament belongs to all Canadians in all their diversity. We won't be able to expand the occupational background of MPs unless we also tackle sexist, racist stereotypes about what it means to be a "good" politician #cdnpoli #elxn43 https://t.co/aFjWG2LMnw
— Melanee Thomas (@MelaneeLThomas) October 21, 2019
@KPateontheHill @yuenpauwoo and Sen Lankin and I : Where’s the talk about a guaranteed livable income? Let’s hear where party leaders stand on the idea, because as work becomes more precarious, more Cdns will need help, no strings attached! https://t.co/pmmIkHonE9 @IRPP #cdnpoli
— Senator Ratna Omidvar (@ratnaomi) October 17, 2019
Foreign affairs rarely budge the ballot box. But that doesn't mean leaders should stay silent on the issues that matter.
#CdnPoli #CdnFP #elxn43 #Kashmir #India #Pakistan #Foreignpolicy@blueskygroup https://t.co/IIeY5d4AWE
— Hussain Shorish (@HussainShorish) October 17, 2019
#ICYMI: @SamaraCDA Research Director @mordenm discusses why electoral candidates shouldn't need white collar backgrounds in @IRPP. #cdnpoli https://t.co/vRVy7fNR7F
— The Samara Centre for Democracy (@SamaraCDA) October 22, 2019
“By ignoring the impact of oppression – including disempowerment, stigmatization and discrimination – in the provision of MAiD, our courts and legislators fail to properly protect the autonomy of vulnerable persons.” https://t.co/BbTvThVAqz #AppealtoEquality #cdnpoli #elxn43
— CACL (@CACL_ACIC) October 17, 2019
“The first thing that members of parliament have to do is look at ways of bridging some of those gaps, the gaps between regions, between ideologies and sectors as well." @perrinbeatty https://t.co/aKnePJDUy7 via @nationalpost
— Canadian Chamber of Commerce (@CdnChamberofCom) October 22, 2019
It’s not a pipeline problem. Over and over, women are banging their heads on the glass ceiling … Yet there is room for hope according to @McKinsey:https://t.co/2qbE8v7UVV#WomenAndTheWorkforce #InclusiveGrowth
— Canadian Chamber of Commerce (@CdnChamberofCom) October 21, 2019
A must-read piece in this morning’s @TheHillTimes by our chief economist @TrevinStratton ahead of today’s election. #elxn43 #voteprosperity https://t.co/ouu30EMlHu pic.twitter.com/3lobnGx6Fb
— Canadian Chamber of Commerce (@CdnChamberofCom) October 21, 2019
Popular this week: [Commentary] @KRossChamber outlines five priorities of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce's platform that will be key to New Brunswick this election https://t.co/szlKEBqZR5
— Huddle (@HuddleToday) October 20, 2019
"But phone talk and compliments do not an economic growth strategy make… We are busy playing small ball.” Important analysis by @HScoffield of @TorontoStar on #Elxn43. https://t.co/3HUtwpGK08
— The Business Council (@BizCouncilofCan) October 22, 2019
The Council’s dedication to making Canada the best country in the world to live, work, invest and grow remains as fervent as ever. As its founding CEO, I could not be more proud of the work of our current leadership and fellow colleagues. @BizCouncilofCan https://t.co/n9825ALs5J
— Thomas d'Aquino (@Thomas_dAquino) October 21, 2019
"..if you're number one, you're going to do everything you can to slow down the rise of number two, and that's exactly what's going on between China and the US" says @goldyhyder, President of @BizCouncilofCan
Watch more: https://t.co/0OgvYaBJzP#elxn43 #elxn19 #cdnpoli pic.twitter.com/C4dKPMkzxJ
— APF Canada (@AsiaPacificFdn) October 22, 2019
#EconomicQuickTake: retail sales fell by a slight 0.1% after a 0.6.% gain in July. Sales fell in 6 of 11 subsectors; find out which ones in blog post from Christopher Heschl, Senior Economist following today's @StatCan_eng release. #cdnecon #retail https://t.co/t2ztliJ2cT pic.twitter.com/BvNMrZJnzl
— The Conference Board of Canada (@ConfBoardofCda) October 22, 2019
Today, Canadians go to the polls to elect the 43rd Parliament. Read how the next government can help improve Canadian living standards in our latest Intelligence Memo: https://t.co/z9Demyq21Q #elxn43 #cdnpoli #ElectionDay pic.twitter.com/VFvufyljYW
— C.D. Howe Institute (@CDHoweInstitute) October 21, 2019
How are Canada’s coffers faring going into the election? Listen to our latest #podcast: https://t.co/JA0lwyJ1Nq #cdnecon #elxn43 #cdnpoli pic.twitter.com/dFfQg9kzA1
— C.D. Howe Institute (@CDHoweInstitute) October 20, 2019
Canadians have voted for stronger climate policies. “They want more #climateaction and they want it before it’s too late,” says our national strategy director @JMacNab.
We’ve made great strides, but now we need to accelerate progress. https://t.co/bHfDbniYYo #cdnpoli
— Pembina Institute (@Pembina) October 22, 2019
https://twitter.com/Pembina/status/1186775488221581329
We believe building a sustainable, clean economy, powered by renewable energy, is key to ensuring Canada’s future prosperity in a rapidly changing world.
Read this open letter from B.C. business leaders. https://t.co/PYUdLNuRDh #cleanbc #cdnpoli
— Pembina Institute (@Pembina) October 22, 2019
https://twitter.com/Pembina/status/1186359568781193216
“If we want our climate to remain as stable as possible, economists overwhelmingly recommend we start by putting a price on carbon. The evidence shows that it helps the environment in a way that’s best for the economy.” https://t.co/y2Cyyl9tzc #cdnpoli
— Pembina Institute (@Pembina) October 21, 2019
https://twitter.com/Pembina/status/1186300860650799106
To learn more about the important policy issues facing the country, and how policy-makers ought to consider responding to them, check out MLI's "A Mandate for Canada" series. #cdnpoli #CanadianElection #canadavotes2019 #elxn43 https://t.co/SiipLEJ3p2
— Macdonald-Laurier Institute (@MLInstitute) October 22, 2019
While Indigenous issues did not feature as prominently in the 2019 #CanadianElection as they did in 2015, they will nonetheless factor into the public policy challenges that the government faces. @kenscoates and John Paul argue for a new approach. #cdnpoli https://t.co/9viBQDGfXp
— Macdonald-Laurier Institute (@MLInstitute) October 22, 2019
No matter who wins #cdnelxn2019, the next government "needs to re-examine current defence policy and make [adjustments to respond to new and emerging issues.]" #cdnpoli https://t.co/SVzz5sfnpP
— Macdonald-Laurier Institute (@MLInstitute) October 21, 2019
"As truth and facts fall victim to candidates who pander to groups aligned with Beijing, the erosion of our democracy may not fall far behind." Every Canadian voter can help protect our democracy, writes @kolga. #cdnpoli #canadavotes2019 #markham https://t.co/le7CrfzWhS
— Macdonald-Laurier Institute (@MLInstitute) October 21, 2019
Why should Canadians pay attention to what's happening in the Middle East? @BalkanDevlen says that Canada’s prosperity and security depends on the upholding of a "rules-based international order that is aligned with Canadian values and interests" #cdnpoli https://t.co/mIWe5OTisX
— Macdonald-Laurier Institute (@MLInstitute) October 18, 2019
In this week's most-read article, @JMichaelCole1 discusses @stephenharper's visit to #Taiwan & why Canada should "stand by its principles or, at a minimum, hold the line when it comes to protecting its interests and those of its private citizens" #cdnpoli https://t.co/HgnCJzEpT8
— Macdonald-Laurier Institute (@MLInstitute) October 18, 2019
"[@cburton001, a China expert with @MLInstitute], said the lack of conversation around China is damaging to the public interest…" #cdnpoli #bcpoli #cdnfp (Via @Nuttallreports, @starvancouver) https://t.co/jLNEMmKolI
— Macdonald-Laurier Institute (@MLInstitute) October 18, 2019
In #elxn43, no major party promises to balance the budget by the end of its first term. Philip Cross argues that "the track record since 2015 does not justify this indifference to deficits." #cdnpoli #cdnecon https://t.co/UPnmOd8lwt
— Macdonald-Laurier Institute (@MLInstitute) October 17, 2019
"The claim that the camps used by the Chinese government to incarcerate one million #Uighurs in #Xinjiang are not in fact concentration camps is typical of regime propaganda and is completely false." @kolga (Via @starvancouver, @joannachiu) #cdnpoli https://t.co/eZYPLDSsgF
— Macdonald-Laurier Institute (@MLInstitute) October 16, 2019
