Archive - The Writ

The Numbers: Carney, Trump and TACOs

Canadians think Trump is acting in bad faith. They're cutting Mark Carney some slack because of it.

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Philippe J. Fournier

Weekly Writ 7/10: Flipping pancakes easier than flipping seats in Calgary

Only a few ridings might realistically be up for grabs in Calgary in the next election. Plus, Canadians hardly know the potential field of NDP…

Jul 10 •

#EveryElectionProject: Manitoba

Capsules on Manitoba's provincial elections from The Weekly Writ

Jul 10 •

The Numbers: Who can save the NDP?

We discuss the NDP's leadership questions and Pierre Poilievre's polling numbers.

Jul 8 •

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Philippe J. Fournier

Weekly Writ 7/3: A short history of Battle River–Crowfoot

A look at the riding Pierre Poilievre is hoping will catapult him back into the House of Commons.

Jul 3 •

June 2025

Weekly Writ 6/26: Poilievre sets himself the easiest byelection test — ever

Plus, some conflicting signals from a trio of provincial byelections in Alberta.

Jun 26 •

The Numbers: Trouble or relief for Danielle Smith?

Nenshi wins in Edmonton, the UCP holds on in Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills. But are the results a win or a worry for the Alberta premier?

Jun 24 •

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Philippe J. Fournier

The State of the Writ, Year 4

How things are going with The Writ after four years.

Jun 23 •

Weekly Writ 6/19: What to watch in Alberta's byelections

Benchmarks for the trio of byelections on Monday. Plus, the PLQ gets a boost with Pablo Rodriguez.

Jun 19 •

The Numbers: Should the Conservatives be worried?

Polls aren't looking great for Pierre Poilievre. Plus, Pablo Rodriguez wins the Quebec Liberal leadership and we check on provincial numbers across the…

Jun 17 •

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Philippe J. Fournier

Weekly Writ 6/12: Is Poilievre's polling a problem?

Conservatives are plummeting — or maybe not.

Jun 12 •

The Numbers: Carney's honeymoon continues

Polls show strong support for Mark Carney. Plus, who will be the next leader of the Quebec Liberals?

Jun 10 •

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Philippe J. Fournier

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