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Ford says Canadians may go to the polls in two weeks, and Ontario has some priorities to discuss with the new federal government

While Ford talked about his intent to remain neutral, he made it clear that Ontario’s economic priorities, particularly the development of the Ring of Fire and securing electric vehicle (EV) investments, require federal support.

Published Mar 10, 2025 at 7:24pm

Barbara Patrocinio
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Barbara Patrocinio
Ford says Canadians may go to the polls in two weeks, and Ontario has some priorities to discuss with the new federal government

Ontario Premier Doug Ford speaks to members of media at the Queen's Park Legislature in Toronto on Monday March 10, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young

Premier Doug Ford said that a federal election could be imminent, suggesting that Canadians may be heading to the polls within the next 10 to 15 days.

“Well, I'm guessing that anytime in the next 10 or 15 days they'll be going to the polls,” Ford said. “I'm staying out of that election, but I do have some areas that we have to focus on,” he told QP Briefing.

Ford’s comments come as speculation swirls over the timing of the next federal election.

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