Archive - The Writ

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

Weekly Writ 6/5: Alberta politics under the spotlight

Plus, one last (final, I promise!) look at the 2025 results.

Jun 5 •

#EveryElectionProject: Manitoba

Capsules on Manitoba's provincial elections from The Weekly Writ

Jun 5 •

The Numbers: Doug Ford, Canada's premier?

Plus, where Alberta's parties stand in the polls ahead of three key byelections.

Jun 3 •

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Philippe J. Fournier

May 2025

Election '25 Deep Dive: Is Western Canada now a red-blue fight?

Conservatives still dominate most of Western Canada, but there are now far fewer blue-orange fights.

May 29 •

The Numbers: Does Canada want to chuck Charles or keep the King?

Also, did the NDP misuse its limited resources in trying to save Jagmeet Singh's seat?

May 27 •

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Philippe J. Fournier

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