Hub Podcasts Darrell Bricker on why Canada is being pulled apart
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May 1, 2025 
Darrell Bricker, CEO of Ipsos Global Public Affairs and a keen observer of Canadian politics, shares insightful perspectives on the country's growing divisions. He discusses the geographical and demographic splits intensified by the 2025 federal election. Bricker highlights the shifting perspectives among younger voters and critiques simplistic views on electoral outcomes. Furthermore, he examines how the Liberal party navigates cultural identities to connect with Canadians and addresses the tensions between Alberta and Ottawa, underscoring the need for strong leadership in these turbulent times.
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Canada's Deepening Divisions
- Canada faces intensified divisions both geographically and demographically, including East vs West and working class vs elites.
- These fractures show a changing political landscape, not just episodic election results.
Expanded Political Divide in Canada
- Canadian political divisions have become broader and more acute than in the past.
- Voters used to be flexible but now hold clearer, more polarized positions.
Election Divisions Beyond Trump
- The 2025 election showed Mark Carney's coalition united on opposing Trump but unstable otherwise.
- Issues beyond Trump like affordability led to mixed voter priorities and a minority government.