Economist says first-time buyer program could provide short-term relief but lead to higher prices
An online petition is calling for a western alliance and Alberta to separate
NDP party relegated to fourth place in House of Commons behind Bloc Quebecois
Liberal win left open the possibility of a plea deal on fraud and corruption charges
Roughly 18 million people cast their ballots, voting in a Liberal minority government
Trudeau government will have to make concessions to hold onto power
Conservatives say they are ready if Trudeau should falter
Trudeau will have to deal with some of the implications of Monday’s result
Incumbents mostly won our 12 key races, but there were a few upsets too
Heather Leung was removed due to homophobic comments
Maxime Bernier only leader to lose his seat
Upstart party could split votes for the Conservatives
Supporters and candidates eager for results of federal election
Polls had suggested a deadlock between the Liberals and the Conservatives
For the Kootenay - Columbia riding, Wayne Stetski from the NDP was re-elected
Interest spikes despite social media campaign by Elections Canada
Polls are now closed across the country
Election night is well underway with polls closing in Atlantic Canada
The Western News asked people who voted what issues mattered most in making their election choice.
Candidates answer questions about themselves and their policy