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Avi Lewis Wins Federal NDP Leadership in First-Ballot Victory

Avi Lewis, who was proclaimed as the new leader of the NDP, speaks at the party convention in Winnipeg Sunday, March 29, 2026. Filmmaker and longtime activist Avi Lewis has been elected the new leader of the federal New Democratic Party , securing a decisive first‑ballot win with nearly 40,000 votes out of roughly 71,000 cast . His victory marks a significant shift for the party as grassroots members push for a more unapologetically left‑wing direction.  Lewis’s win signals renewed momentum for the NDP after a difficult federal election year. His campaign championed bold proposals—including expanding public ownership in key sectors—and emphasized rebuilding the party from the ground up. He inherits a party reduced to six seats in the House of Commons and facing internal tensions over energy policy, particularly from Alberta and Saskatchewan NDP leaders who warn his positions could harm workers in their provinces.  In his victory speech at the Winnipeg convention, Lewis call...
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Canada Decides: A Historic Election Unfolds

 

Canadians from coast to coast participated in a landmark election, casting their votes to shape the nation's future. This pivotal moment saw citizens engaging in a democratic process to elect their next prime minister and determine the direction of the country's leadership. 

The election has been marked by high voter turnout, reflecting the public's commitment to their civic duty and the importance of this decision. As the results unfold, the nation watches closely, anticipating the impact of this historic vote on Canada's political landscape.

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